CHAT Act 2.0
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (28 Jul 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
What this bill does
The CHAT Act 2.0, introduced in the Senate by Senator Jon Husted, aims to establish protections for minors using artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots. The bill defines "companion AI chatbots" broadly, encompassing those used for educational purposes or simulating interpersonal or emotional interaction, but excluding certain types like customer service bots or voice assistants with pre-programmed responses. It categorizes these chatbots into three tiers, with specific requirements for each.
The legislation proposes several requirements for entities providing these AI chatbots, known as "covered entities." These include age assurance for users to establish accounts, enabling child-protective settings for minors, and requiring AI chatbots to clearly disclose they are not human to minor users. Different tiers of chatbots have additional obligations, such as more frequent disclosure requirements, limitations on emotional simulation, and specific protocols for handling suicidal ideation.
The bill is currently in the introduction phase, having been referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. If enacted, the Federal Trade Commission would be responsible for enforcement, treating violations as unfair or deceptive practices. State attorneys general would also have the ability to bring civil actions. The bill includes provisions for data protection, such as prohibiting targeted advertising to minors based on chatbot interactions and requiring parental consent for selling or sharing minor user data.
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Timeline
28 Jul 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Common questions
- What does S. 5154 do?
- The CHAT Act 2.0, introduced in the Senate by Senator Jon Husted, aims to establish protections for minors using artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots. The bill defines "companion AI chatbots" broadly, encompassing those used for educational purposes or simulating interpersonal or emotional interaction, but excluding certain types like customer service bots or voice assistants with pre-programmed responses. It categorizes these chatbots into three tiers, with specific requirements for each. The legislation proposes several requirements for entities providing these AI chatbots, known as "covered entities." These include age assurance for users to establish accounts, enabling child-protective settings for minors, and requiring AI chatbots to clearly disclose they are not human to minor users. Different tiers of chatbots have additional obligations, such as more frequent disclosure requirements, limitations on emotional simulation, and specific protocols for handling suicidal ideation. The bill is currently in the introduction phase, having been referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. If enacted, the Federal Trade Commission would be responsible for enforcement, treating violations as unfair or deceptive practices. State attorneys general would also have the ability to bring civil actions. The bill includes provisions for data protection, such as prohibiting targeted advertising to minors based on chatbot interactions and requiring parental consent for selling or sharing minor user data.
- Has S. 5154 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S. 5154. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S. 5154?
- S. 5154 was sponsored by Sen. Husted, Jon [R-OH] (R-OH), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on S. 5154?
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (28 Jul 2026).
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