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This bill, known as the Guidelines for User Age-Verification and Responsible Dialogue Act (GUARD Act), establishes comprehensive regulations for artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots in Missouri. The legislation requires AI chatbot providers to implement robust age verification processes to prevent minors from accessing potentially harmful AI interactions, including AI companions designed to simulate emotional or interpersonal relationships. Covered entities must create user accounts, verify users' ages using reliable methods like government-issued identification, and classify users as minors or adults. The bill prohibits AI chatbots from engaging in or encouraging activities that could harm minors, such as soliciting sexually explicit content, promoting self-harm, or inducing violence. Additionally, AI chatbots must clearly disclose that they are artificial intelligence systems, not claim to be human or licensed professionals, and cannot provide medical, legal, or psychological advice. Violations can result in civil penalties up to $100,000 per offense, with the state Attorney General empowered to investigate and bring enforcement actions. The law aims to protect minors from potential risks associated with advanced AI technologies while establishing clear guidelines for AI chatbot developers and operators.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2032&year=2026&code=R