House Bill No. [insert number] introduces "The People's A.I. Act" in Louisiana, establishing regulations for artificial intelligence chatbots and their providers. The bill defines key terms such as "chatbot," "personal data," and "affirmative consent," and mandates that chatbot providers obtain affirmative consent from users before processing their personal data. It requires clear disclosures about data usage, the development of comprehensive data security programs, and prohibits the sale of users' chat logs. Additionally, the bill emphasizes transparency by requiring chatbot providers to inform users that they are interacting with a chatbot and to avoid misleading representations regarding data confidentiality.
The legislation also outlines user rights, including access to chat logs and protection against discrimination for exercising these rights. It categorizes chatbots as products subject to product liability claims and classifies violations of the law as unfair trade practices, allowing enforcement by the attorney general or district attorneys. The bill includes provisions for harm assessments, compliance measures, and severability clauses to ensure the law's integrity even if parts are challenged. Overall, the bill aims to enhance user data protection, transparency, and safety in the use of artificial intelligence in Louisiana.