HB 2671 — Establishing The Kansas Community Harmed By AI Technology Act
HB 2671 establishes the Kansas Community Harmed by AI Technology Act, which mandates user account creation and age verification for access to AI chatbots. It requires parental consent for minors, blocks explicit content, and protects the confidentiality of age information. The bill also mandates monitoring for suicidal ideation, informs users of AI interactions, and requires compliance guidance by 2027. Enforcement is outlined under consumer protection laws, with safe harbor provisions for compliant entities. The bill addresses risks related to minors' access to AI systems, mental health risks from AI interactions, and self-harm content.
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