S09408

Prohibits the manufacture, distribution and sale of chatbot toys in this state; directs an interagency study on the potential risks and benefits that… Reviewed

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Prohibits the manufacture, distribution and sale of chatbot toys in this state; directs an interagency study on the potential risks and benefits that chatbot toys pose to child users.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits the manufacture, distribution, and sale of chatbot toys intended for children in New York and mandates an interagency study involving specified agencies.

State
New York
Bill Number
S09408
Status
Introduced
Risk Level
High
Category
Comprehensive
Last Action
Mar 10, 2026
Last Verified
Apr 18, 2026
Data Updated
Apr 18, 2026
What do these statuses mean?
Introduced — Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee — Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed — Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted — Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed — Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown — Status data not yet available or awaiting classification

Affected Industries

Government Toy Manufacturing Artificial Intelligence

Topics

What This Means

The proposed legislation in New York seeks to ban chatbot toys intended for children due to concerns about their impact. An interagency study, involving specified agencies, will evaluate these toys.

Key Provisions

Latest Legislative Action

REFERRED TO CONSUMER PROTECTION

Compliance Checklist

Cease manufacture and sale of chatbot toys
Who: Manufacturers and distributors of chatbot toys
Deadline: Immediately upon enactment
Penalty: Up to $15,000 per day for each violation
Participate in interagency study if requested
Who: Operators of AI companions in children's toys
Deadline: Within four years of the effective date

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