AWARE Act
Latest action (15 Sep 2025): Introduced
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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Official summary
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 15, 2025. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
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?
- Not yet. As of 15 Sep 2025, H.R. 5360 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.R. 5360?
- H.R. 5360 was sponsored by Rep. Erin Houchin [R-IN9] (Republican-IN), with 7 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 5360?
- Introduced (15 Sep 2025).
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