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The Chatbot Response Liability Act holds chatbot proprietors liable for misleading information affecting covered users or third parties. The Attorney General will adopt rules for companion chatbots.
The Chatbot Response Liability Act establishes liability for chatbot proprietors regarding misleading information affecting covered users or third parties. It mandates clear user notifications and includes specific provisions for companion chatbots, particularly concerning minors. This legislation aims to enhance user safety and accountability in AI interactions. The Act is effective one year after becoming law.
Key Provisions
Proprietors cannot disclaim liability for misleading information causing harm to covered users or third parties.
Clear notification must be provided to users that they are interacting with an AI chatbot.
Companion chatbots must obtain parental consent for users under 18.
Liability applies to both financial loss and bodily harm.
Latest Legislative Action
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
Bill Sponsors
Name
Role
District
Susan RezinR
Sponsor
SD-038
Compliance Checklist
Ensure chatbot provides accurate information and complies with policies Who: Chatbot proprietors Deadline: By the effective date of the Act Penalty: Liability for any resulting harm
Provide clear notice to users about AI interaction Who: Chatbot proprietors Deadline: By the effective date of the Act Penalty: Liability for any resulting harm
Obtain parental consent for minor users of companion chatbots Who: Proprietors of companion chatbots Deadline: By the effective date of the Act Penalty: Strict liability for harm caused to minors
The Chatbot Response Liability Act holds chatbot proprietors liable for misleading, incorrect, or harmful information provided by their chatbots that results in financial or bodily harm to covered users or any third party. Proprietors must not disclaim liability simply by notifying users that they are interacting with an AI system. The Act also requires clear notifications to users about the nature of their interaction with AI, ensuring that users are aware they are not communicating with a human. Additionally, the Act sets forth specific requirements for companion chatbots, including obtaining parental consent for minor users. The Attorney General is tasked with adopting rules specifically for companion chatbots to determine commercially reasonable and technically feasible methods for compliance. This legislation is significant as it establishes a framework for accountability in the use of AI technologies in Illinois. The Act is effective one year after becoming law.
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