GUARD Act
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Latest action (30 Apr 2026): Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
What this bill does
H.R. 8623, known as the GUARD Act, proposes requiring artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to implement age verification measures for users and make specific disclosures. The bill would define what constitutes an AI chatbot and an "AI companion," and would prohibit the solicitation of minors for sexually explicit conduct or the promotion of violence through these chatbots, with potential fines for violations.
The legislation affects "covered entities," meaning anyone who owns or operates an AI chatbot available to people in the United States. These entities would need to establish user accounts, verify the age of users through reasonable processes (which could involve third parties but not just self-declaration of birthdate), and secure the collected age data. Minors would be prohibited from accessing "AI companions." Additionally, all AI chatbots would be required to disclose they are not human and cannot provide professional services, advising users to consult licensed professionals.
This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 30, 2026, by Representative Blake Moore and has been referred to the Committees on the Judiciary and Energy and Commerce. It has not yet been voted on or passed by either chamber of Congress. If enacted, the law would take effect 180 days after its passage.
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Timeline
30 Apr 2026
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 8623 do?
- H.R. 8623, known as the GUARD Act, proposes requiring artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to implement age verification measures for users and make specific disclosures. The bill would define what constitutes an AI chatbot and an "AI companion," and would prohibit the solicitation of minors for sexually explicit conduct or the promotion of violence through these chatbots, with potential fines for violations. The legislation affects "covered entities," meaning anyone who owns or operates an AI chatbot available to people in the United States. These entities would need to establish user accounts, verify the age of users through reasonable processes (which could involve third parties but not just self-declaration of birthdate), and secure the collected age data. Minors would be prohibited from accessing "AI companions." Additionally, all AI chatbots would be required to disclose they are not human and cannot provide professional services, advising users to consult licensed professionals. This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 30, 2026, by Representative Blake Moore and has been referred to the Committees on the Judiciary and Energy and Commerce. It has not yet been voted on or passed by either chamber of Congress. If enacted, the law would take effect 180 days after its passage.
- Has H.R. 8623 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 8623. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 8623?
- H.R. 8623 was sponsored by Rep. Moore, Blake D. [R-UT-1] (R-UT), with 7 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 8623?
- Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (30 Apr 2026).
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