The bill establishes regulations for chatbots, particularly focusing on their deployment and interactions with minors. It defines key terms such as "artificial intelligence," "chatbot," "deployer," "minor," "output," and "reasonable age verification." Deployer requirements include implementing safety protocols to mitigate potential harm to users and limiting the collection of user information to what is necessary for the chatbot's purpose. Additionally, deployers must implement reasonable age verification measures to prevent minors from using or purchasing chatbots, although exceptions are made for chatbots designed for mental health support under specific conditions.

Enforcement provisions are included, allowing the attorney general to take action against violations of the bill, with civil penalties ranging from $100 to $7,500 depending on the nature of the violation. Penalties collected will be deposited into the state’s general fund. Furthermore, parents or guardians of minors who use non-compliant chatbots can seek civil penalties or actual damages. Overall, the bill aims to ensure the safe use of chatbots, particularly for vulnerable populations like minors, while establishing accountability for deployers.