AWARE Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (11 Dec 2025): Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.
What this bill does
**What the bill would do:** H.R. 5360, the AWARE Act, would require the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), working with other relevant federal agencies, to create and publicly release educational materials on the safe and responsible use of AI chatbots by minors. These resources must be developed within 180 days of enactment and must cover how to recognize safe versus unsafe chatbot use, privacy and data-collection practices, and best practices for parental supervision. The materials are to be modeled on the FTC's existing Youville program. The bill defines key terms such as "AI chatbot," "artificial intelligence," "minor," and "parent."
**Who it affects:** The bill primarily directs action by the FTC rather than imposing new obligations on companies or individuals. The intended beneficiaries are parents, educators, and minors, who would gain access to federally developed guidance on AI chatbot safety. It does not create new regulations, penalties, or compliance requirements for AI companies.
**Status and next steps:** The bill was introduced on September 15, 2025, by Rep. Erin Houchin with Rep. Jake Auchincloss as a cosponsor, and referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. It has not yet been voted on. For it to become law, the committee would need to advance it, followed by approval from the full House, the Senate, and the President's signature.
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Timeline
11 Dec 2025
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 5360 do?
- **What the bill would do:** H.R. 5360, the AWARE Act, would require the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), working with other relevant federal agencies, to create and publicly release educational materials on the safe and responsible use of AI chatbots by minors. These resources must be developed within 180 days of enactment and must cover how to recognize safe versus unsafe chatbot use, privacy and data-collection practices, and best practices for parental supervision. The materials are to be modeled on the FTC's existing Youville program. The bill defines key terms such as "AI chatbot," "artificial intelligence," "minor," and "parent." **Who it affects:** The bill primarily directs action by the FTC rather than imposing new obligations on companies or individuals. The intended beneficiaries are parents, educators, and minors, who would gain access to federally developed guidance on AI chatbot safety. It does not create new regulations, penalties, or compliance requirements for AI companies. **Status and next steps:** The bill was introduced on September 15, 2025, by Rep. Erin Houchin with Rep. Jake Auchincloss as a cosponsor, and referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. It has not yet been voted on. For it to become law, the committee would need to advance it, followed by approval from the full House, the Senate, and the President's signature.
- Has H.R. 5360 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 5360. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 5360?
- H.R. 5360 was sponsored by Rep. Houchin, Erin [R-IN-9] (R-IN), with 7 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 5360?
- Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote. (11 Dec 2025).
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