S 1297 — Artificial Intelligence – Adds To Existing Law To Establish The Conversational AI Safety Act
This bill establishes the Conversational AI Safety Act in Idaho, aiming to address risks associated with conversational AI systems. It focuses on mitigating potential harms such as mental health risks from AI chatbots and addictive design features. The bill is currently under review following referral to enrolling.
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