HB 1188·LA·house
CONSUMERS/PROTECTION: Provides relative to protections for minors regarding use of chatbots
In CommitteeFiled Mar 31, 2026
Sponsor: Josh Carlson (R)
Latest Action
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Commerce.
Apr 1, 2026
Summary
The bill sets rules for chatbot platforms that interact with users under 18, mandating parental permission before a minor can hold an account and giving parents access to chat logs, time limits, and alerts for self‑harm. It also forces platforms to label AI interactions, provide break reminders, block harmful content, and allow easy account termination. Violations can trigger civil penalties and actions by the attorney general.
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