AI and data laws

311 moving · 704 enacted

New YorkNew YorkBillS 9051-B / A 10379-C

AI companions unsafe features for minors

Would bar operators from offering AI companions with features deemed unsafe for minors, such as simulated emotional relationships or encouragement of self-harm, with a private right of action.

Passed bothIntroducedCommitteeFloorLawPassed both

Passed Assembly; awaiting action by the governorJun 5 5 months ago

Body
New York State Legislature
Session
2025-2026
Introduced
Jan 27
Votes
Senate 60-0
Sponsors
D (Democrat)Democrat
Topics
AIKids

Timeline

  1. Jun 5 5 months ago

    Passed Assembly

  2. Jun 4 5 months ago

    Passed Senate 60-0

  3. Feb 25 8 months ago

    Reported by Internet and Technology Committee

  4. Jan 27 9 months ago

    Introduced in Senate

Sponsors

  • D (Democrat)Kristen Gonzalez
New York
New Yorkunverified

RAISE Act 2.0

The proposed legislation would give regulators expanded authority to scrutinize artificial intelligence model development and require independent audits.

Proposed
New York
New Yorkunverified

Child AI Chatbot Protection Bills

New York enacted legislation to protect children from risks associated with artificial intelligence chatbots and internet-connected baby monitors.

Enacted
New York
New Yorkunverified

Chatbot Companion Ban for Minors

New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation banning artificial intelligence chatbots from acting as friends or romantic partners to minors.

Enacted

Change log

  • AddedAdded to the list. Set by hand from the official record.Sep 27

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