Consumer Protection - Companion Chatbots - Regulation

Summary

The bill requires operators of companion chatbots to create and publish safeguards that block self‑harm and sexual content, display clear user warnings, and submit annual usage reports to the Office of Suicide Prevention. It applies to any company that makes a companion chatbot available to users in Maryland, with added protections for minors. Violations are treated as unfair trade practices under the state consumer protection act.

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