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This bill regulates companion chatbots in New York by requiring businesses to include a clear and prominent warning about potential psychological risks and dependency. The bill defines a "companion chatbot" as an AI chatbot designed to simulate interpersonal relationships, which can include various types of interactions such as romantic, platonic, professional, or therapeutic relationships with fictional or real characters. Any person or business operating such a chatbot in New York must display a warning on their website that clearly states the chatbot can foster psychological dependency. The warning must be easily visible and available in all languages in which the chatbot communicates. The legislation aims to protect users by ensuring they are aware of the potential emotional and psychological risks associated with interacting with AI chatbots that are designed to mimic human relationships. The bill would take effect immediately upon passage.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A9317