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A bill for an act relating to the requirements for chatbot deployers, including required protocols, limitations on data collection, and requirements for minors to interact with artificial intelligence companions and therapeutic chatbots, and providing civil penalties, punitive penalties, and civil…
HF2204 establishes requirements for chatbot deployers, including transparency protocols, data use guidelines, safety measures for minors, and penalties for violations.
If you deploy chatbots in Iowa, you must comply with data collection limits and protocols by July 1, 2024, or face civil penalties.
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What This Means
House File 2204 introduces regulations for chatbot deployers in Iowa, focusing on user safety, data privacy, and interactions with minors. The bill outlines specific protocols, data guidelines, and penalties.
Key Provisions
- Deployers must implement protocols ensuring transparency and accountability, including disclosure of chatbot nature and data usage.
- The bill specifies limitations on data collection to necessary information.
- Safety and efficacy requirements are set for minors interacting with AI companions and therapeutic chatbots, ensuring age-appropriate interactions.
- Civil penalties for violations are outlined, and punitive penalties are included.
- Civil causes of action allow affected parties to seek damages for violations.
Latest Legislative Action
Introduced, referred to Economic Growth and Technology. H.J. 174.
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 10)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| B | Primary |
| Gaines | Primary |
| Kurth | Primary |
| Mascher | Primary |
| Meyer | Primary |
Compliance Checklist
Who: Chatbot deployers
Deadline: Upon deployment of the chatbot
Penalty: Civil penalties up to $2,500 per violation
Who: Chatbot deployers
Deadline: Before making the chatbot publicly available
Penalty: Civil penalties and potential lawsuits from minors
Who: Developers of therapeutic chatbots
Deadline: Before deployment for minor use
Penalty: Civil penalties and damages claims
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