The bill mandates AI developers and chatbot providers to create safety plans and includes the Attorney General's role in reporting and rulemaking.
If you develop AI models or provide chatbots in Illinois, you must publish a public safety and child protection plan by January 1, 2027, or face civil penalties.
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What This Means
Illinois HB 4705 requires AI developers and chatbot providers to implement safety measures. The bill aims to enhance transparency and accountability in AI technologies, particularly concerning risks to children. Compliance will be mandatory by January 1, 2027, impacting how AI systems are developed and deployed. The Attorney General is tasked with establishing a reporting mechanism and rulemaking.
Key Provisions
- Requires AI developers to publish a public safety and child protection plan.
- Establishes a reporting mechanism for safety incidents related to AI by the Attorney General.
- Imposes civil penalties for non-compliance with safety regulations.
- Effective date set for January 1, 2027.
- Provides for rulemaking by the Attorney General.
Latest Legislative Action
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Katie Stuart
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 14)
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Didech D | Sponsor | HD-059 |
| Dave Vella D | Sponsor | HD-068 |
| Justin Cochran D | Sponsor | HD-055 |
| Kambium Buckner D | Sponsor | HD-026 |
| Katie Stuart D | Sponsor | HD-112 |
Compliance Checklist
Who: Large frontier developers and large chatbot providers
Deadline: By January 1, 2027
Penalty: Civil penalties for non-compliance
Who: Large frontier developers and large chatbot providers
Deadline: By January 1, 2027
Penalty: Civil penalties for non-compliance
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