OH HB524: Impose penalties for AI models suggesting harming self or another

In one paragraph

Ohio's HB 524 would bar any person from developing or deploying in Ohio an AI model or application that encourages any user to engage in any form of self-harm, including suicide, or to harm another person. The Attorney General could investigate suspected violations with subpoena powers, offer an opportunity to cease and desist and accept written assurances of voluntary compliance. Per its title, it would impose penalties. It was introduced October 15, 2025 and referred to the House Technology and Innovation Committee on October 22, 2025.

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What it means for business

None unless enacted: the bill is in committee. If enacted, developers and deployers of AI models and applications available in Ohio would be barred from encouraging self-harm or harm to others and could face Attorney General investigation.

Key provisions

1. 1Would bar developing or deploying in Ohio an AI model or application that encourages a user to engage in self-harm or in harming another person (new 109.961)
2. 2Would define 'self-harm' as any attempt to physically injure oneself, including suicide
3. 3Would let the Attorney General investigate suspected violations, administer oaths and subpoena witnesses and evidence (109.962)
4. 4Would let the Attorney General offer an opportunity to cease and desist and accept written assurances of voluntary compliance (109.9610, 109.9611)
5. 5Per its title, would impose penalties on entities whose AI models suggest harming self or others; the penalty provisions were not in the captured text
6. 6Status: referred to House Technology and Innovation Committee on October 22, 2025; pending

Latest legislative action

Oct 22, 2025. Referred to committee (House Technology and Innovation)

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