SB4407Introduced in the Senate
CHATBOT Act Children’s Health, Advancement, Trust, Boundaries, and Oversight in Technology Act
Introduced by Ted Cruz, District TX
What does this bill do?
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Official description
A bill to require the creation of family accounts for children to be able to use artificial intelligence chatbots, to require verifiable parental consent for teens using artificial intelligence chatbots, and for other purposes.
Where it stands
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
August 5, 2026
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Bill history
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
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