ESHB 2225 — Regulating artificial intelligence companion chatbots.
Signed into law — Chapter 168, Laws of 2026
- Sponsor
- Callan
- Introduced
- January 23, 2026
- Status
- C 168 L 26
- Last action
- Effective date 1/1/2027. (March 24, 2026)
What this bill does
Requires operators of artificial intelligence (AI) companion chatbots to issue certain notifications and implement precautions for minors. Requires operators of AI companion chatbots to implement protocols for detecting and addressing expressions of self-harm.
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Floor votes
- House — 3rd Reading & Final Passage · February 17, 202669 yea · 28 nay · 1 not voting
- House — Final Passage as Amended by the Senate · March 11, 202674 yea · 21 nay · 3 not voting
- Senate — 3rd Reading & Final Passage as Amended by the Senate · March 6, 202643 yea · 5 nay · 1 not voting
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