Bill > HB1263

This bill establishes requirements for operators of conversational artificial intelligence (AI) services, which are AI systems accessible to the public that simulate human conversation through text, visuals, or audio. The bill defines what constitutes a conversational AI service and lists numerous exceptions, such as applications primarily for developers, commerce-related assistance, or those with narrowly focused outputs that avoid sexually explicit content or discussions of self-harm. For minors, operators must clearly disclose that they are interacting with AI, not a human, and implement measures to prevent the AI from generating sexually explicit content, encouraging harmful behavior, or simulating romantic companionship. Operators must also have protocols for responding to users discussing suicidal ideation or self-harm, referring them to crisis services, and must not falsely represent the AI as a licensed professional. Additionally, operators are required to provide annual reports to the Attorney General's office regarding their crisis response protocols and safeguards, with the Attorney General's office posting this data publicly. The bill also mandates general consumer disclosures that a service is AI and sets an effective date of August 12, 2026, unless a referendum petition is filed.