North Carolina is in the early stages of developing its AI regulatory framework. With 7 AI-related bills currently tracked in the 2025 session, the state is focused on chatbot safety, AI in education, deceptive advertising, and establishing an AI task force. While none of these bills have been enacted yet, businesses operating in North Carolina should monitor their progress closely.
Current Data
Currently tracking 7 bills in North Carolina. 0 enacted, 0 in committee. Data updates automatically.
AI Chatbot Licensing and Safety: S624
Senate Bill 624, titled "AI Chatbots — Licensing/Safety/Privacy," is North Carolina's most comprehensive AI bill this session. It targets the regulation of AI chatbot services across multiple industries including finance, healthcare, consumer protection, and information technology. The bill suggests new licensing requirements and privacy standards for chatbot operators.
Who Is Covered
Any operator deploying AI chatbots that interact with North Carolina consumers. Industries most affected include healthcare providers, financial services firms, and consumer-facing technology companies.
Key Focus Areas
- Licensing requirements for chatbot operators
- Safety standards for consumer-facing AI systems
- Privacy protections for chatbot users
Deceptive AI Advertising: H375
House Bill 375, "AI/Ban Deceptive Ads," aims to address deceptive advertising practices that use artificial intelligence. While the full bill text is not yet available, the bill has been referred to multiple committees including Commerce and Economic Development, Election Law, and Judiciary. Businesses that use AI-generated content in advertising should monitor this bill for new disclosure or transparency requirements.
AI in Education: S640 and S747
Senate Bill 640, "AI Ethics and Literacy Across Education," would integrate AI ethics and literacy training into North Carolina's education system. Senate Bill 747, the "AI Learning Agenda," is a broader initiative to establish a statewide learning agenda for artificial intelligence. Both bills are currently referred to the Senate's Rules and Operations Committee.
While these bills primarily affect educational institutions, businesses that provide AI education tools or training platforms to North Carolina schools should track their progress.
AI Task Force: HB 1036
House Bill 1036 proposes the creation of an Artificial Intelligence Task Force with dedicated funding. Task forces like this often produce recommendations that shape future legislation, making this bill an important signal of where North Carolina may head on AI regulation.
All Tracked Bills
| Bill | Topic | Status | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| S624 | AI chatbot licensing, safety & privacy | Introduced | Medium |
| H375 | Ban deceptive AI advertising | Introduced | Medium |
| S640 | AI ethics & literacy in education | Introduced | Low |
| S747 | AI learning agenda | Introduced | Medium |
| HB 1036 | AI task force & funding | Introduced | Low |
What's Regulated: Key Themes
- Consumer-facing AI: Chatbot licensing and safety standards (S624)
- Advertising: Prohibition on deceptive AI-generated ads (H375)
- Education: AI ethics literacy and statewide learning agenda (S640, S747)
- Government oversight: Task force creation for future AI policy (HB 1036)
Compliance Checklist for North Carolina
- Inventory AI chatbot deployments — if you operate consumer-facing chatbots in NC, prepare for potential licensing under S624
- Review AI advertising practices — audit any AI-generated advertising content for compliance with emerging transparency rules
- Monitor committee activity — all five bills are in early stages; subscribe to legislative alerts for committee hearing dates
- Track the AI Task Force — HB 1036's task force recommendations will likely shape future NC AI regulation
- Assess education-sector exposure — if you provide AI tools to NC schools, monitor S640 and S747 for curriculum and ethics requirements
For a complete index of North Carolina AI legislation, visit our North Carolina AI laws tracker.
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a qualified attorney for guidance specific to your situation.
— AI Laws by State Team
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