HB 2175 — An Act Amending Title 12 (Commerce And Trade) Of The Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, Providing For Consumer Protection And For Artificial Intelligence And Chatbots; Imposing Duties On The Bureau Of Consumer Protection In The Office Of Attorn
HB 2175 amends Pennsylvania's consumer protection laws to address the use of artificial intelligence and chatbots. The bill imposes duties on the Bureau of Consumer Protection in the Office of the Attorney General to regulate AI and chatbot use, particularly in contexts that may pose risks to mental health or self-harm. It also includes penalties for non-compliance. The legislation aims to protect consumers from potential harms associated with AI systems, including risks related to mental health and self-harm content.
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