Washington, Oct. 1 -- Rep. George Whitesides issued the following press release:
Today, Reps. George Whitesides (D-CA), Mike Kennedy (R-UT), Doris Matsui (D-CA), and Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA) introduced the Protecting Kids from Human-Like Chatbots Act. This legislation protects kids by prohibiting chatbots from communicating by default in a human-like way with minors. Under this bill, the programs cannot claim to be human, have simulated emotions, or use relationship-building language to keep kids engaged.
One of the fastest-growing concerns for parents is AI chatbots designed to act like a child's friend, confidant, or even romantic partner. According to Common Sense Media's 2026 census (https://www.commonsensemedia.org/research/a...