Bills · HR 6489
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 6489Fraud offenses and financial crimesGambling
SAFE BOTs Act
INTRO DEC 5· LAST ACTION DEC 11
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because as more children and teenagers interact with artificial intelligence, there's a growing concern about their understanding of these systems and the potential impact on their well-being. Currently, minors might not always realize they're talking to a machine, or they might seek professional advice from a chatbot, which isn't qualified to provide it. This bill aims to bring transparency to these interactions, ensuring minors are aware they are talking to AI and not a human expert, and that they receive appropriate help if they express thoughts of self-harm.
If this bill becomes law, it could lead to safer online environments for young people by mandating basic safeguards and information disclosures from chatbot companies. If it doesn't pass, the current landscape of unregulated AI interactions for minors would continue, potentially leaving them vulnerable to misinformation, emotional manipulation, or a lack of immediate support in crisis situations, as well as prolonged exposure without protective measures.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Chatbot providers must clearly tell minors that the chatbot is an artificial intelligence system and not a real person.
This ensures transparency, helping minors understand the nature of their interactions and not mistake AI for human beings.
PROVISION 02
Chatbots are prohibited from falsely claiming to be licensed professionals (like doctors or therapists) to minors.
This prevents minors from relying on unqualified AI for professional advice, which could have serious consequences.
PROVISION 03
If a minor asks about suicide or suicidal thoughts, the chatbot must provide resources for a suicide and crisis intervention hotline.
This provision aims to connect minors in crisis with immediate human help, potentially saving lives.
PROVISION 04
Chatbot providers must establish policies to advise minors to take a break after three continuous hours of interaction.
This promotes healthier screen time habits and helps prevent excessive or addictive use of chatbots by minors.
PROVISION 05
The Department of Health and Human Services will conduct a 4-year study on how chatbots affect the mental health of minors.
This will provide data-driven insights into the long-term risks and benefits of AI interactions for young people, informing future policy.
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ACTION TIMELINE
5 EVENTSDEC 11
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
DEC 11
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
DEC 5
Introduced in House
DEC 5
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 6489
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedDec 5, 2025
Last actionDec 11, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED DEC 5, 2025
House BillHR 6489Fraud offenses and financial crimesGambling
SAFE BOTs Act
INTRODUCED DEC 5, 2025· LAST ACTION DEC 11, 2025
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