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AI Summary
SC H5138: Chatbot Regulation sets guidelines for chatbot operations, enacting the 'Chatbot Protection Act' with specific restrictions and civil action provisions.
Business Impact
If you operate chatbots in South Carolina, you must comply with new operational guidelines by the effective date or face penalties.
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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
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What This Means
Chatbot Regulation — Track this SC bill and its compliance implications at AI Laws by State. The bill enacts the 'Chatbot Protection Act', adding Chapter 80 to Title 39, with specific restrictions and civil action provisions.
Key Provisions
- Enactment of the 'Chatbot Protection Act'
- Addition of Chapter 80 to Title 39
- Specific restrictions on chatbot activities
- Provisions for civil actions
Latest Legislative Action
Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 124)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| A.M. Morgan | Primary |
| Alexander | Primary |
| Anderson | Primary |
| Atkinson | Primary |
| B. Newton | Primary |
Compliance Checklist
Obtain affirmative consent from users before processing personal data
Who: Chatbot providers
Deadline: Ongoing
Penalty: Civil penalties and potential lawsuits
Who: Chatbot providers
Deadline: Ongoing
Penalty: Civil penalties and potential lawsuits
Provide users access to their chat logs upon request
Who: Chatbot providers
Deadline: Ongoing
Penalty: Civil penalties and potential lawsuits
Who: Chatbot providers
Deadline: Ongoing
Penalty: Civil penalties and potential lawsuits
Disclose chatbot interaction to users
Who: Chatbot providers
Deadline: At the beginning of each session
Penalty: Civil penalties and potential lawsuits
Who: Chatbot providers
Deadline: At the beginning of each session
Penalty: Civil penalties and potential lawsuits
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
The bill establishes guidelines for chatbot operations in South Carolina, enacting the 'Chatbot Protection Act' and adding Chapter 80 to Title 39. It includes specific restrictions on chatbot activities, such as prohibiting deceptive practices and requiring clear disclosure when interacting with users. The bill also outlines provisions for civil actions, allowing individuals to seek damages if harmed by non-compliant chatbot activities. Compliance implications include mandatory adherence to these guidelines to avoid legal repercussions.
Official Source
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