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RI H7350
Bill
Status
1/28/2026
Primary Sponsor
Tina Spears
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AI Summary
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Requires AI companion operators to implement protocols addressing user expressions of suicidal ideation, self-harm, physical harm to others, and financial harm to others, including referrals to crisis services such as suicide hotlines
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Mandates notifications at the start of each AI companion interaction and every 3 hours thereafter stating in bold, capitalized 16-point text: "THE AI COMPANION IS A COMPUTER PROGRAM AND NOT A HUMAN BEING. IT IS UNABLE TO FEEL HUMAN EMOTION"
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Defines "AI companion" as systems using AI and emotional recognition algorithms to simulate social interaction, retain user information, and engage in conversations about personal well-being; excludes customer service chatbots
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Creates private right of action in superior court for individuals physically injured through self-harm or harmed by others due to operator violations; authorizes Attorney General to investigate and seek injunctions
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Effective January 1, 2027
Legislative Description
Creates additional safety features for AI companion technology that include addressing suicidal ideation, potential physical harm or financial harm to others expressed by a user. It also requires notification the AI companion does not have human emotions.
Commercial Law
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Innovation, Internet, & Technology
1/28/2026