Colorado Governor Poised to Enact Chatbot Safety Legislation

Colorado Governor Polis is anticipated to sign a new bill, HB 1263, into law today, focusing on chatbot safety. This legislation aims to protect minors under 18 by implementing notification requirements, parental access tools, and prohibiting content that is sexually explicit, fosters emotional dependence, or gamifies engagement. The bill seeks to enhance digital safety for students interacting with AI chatbots.