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AI Summary
The AWARE Act instructs the FTC to create public educational resources on the safe and responsible use of AI chatbots by parents, educators, and minors, and for other purposes.
Business Impact
If you use AI chatbots for minors, you must stay updated on FTC resources for safe use to avoid potential fines.
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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
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What This Means
The AWARE Act mandates the Federal Trade Commission to develop educational resources for parents, educators, and minors on the safe and responsible use of AI chatbots, and for other purposes.
Key Provisions
- Directs the FTC to develop educational resources for the safe and responsible AI chatbot use by parents, educators, and minors, and for other purposes.
Latest Legislative Action
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 8)
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Craig Goldman R | Sponsor | HD-TX-12 |
| Erin Houchin R | Sponsor | HD-IN-9 |
| Eugene Vindman D | Sponsor | HD-VA-7 |
| Jake Auchincloss D | Sponsor | HD-MA-4 |
| Josh Harder D | Sponsor | HD-CA-9 |
Compliance Checklist
Develop educational resources on AI chatbot safety
Who: Federal Trade Commission
Deadline: Not specified
Who: Federal Trade Commission
Deadline: Not specified
Full Legal Analysis
The AWARE Act, introduced at the federal level, directs the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to develop and make available educational resources concerning the safe and responsible use of AI chatbots by parents, educators, and minors, and for other purposes.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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