Colorado AI Companion Chatbot Safety Act (HB 26-1263)
Colorado AI Companion Chatbot Safety Act (HB 26-1263) in Colorado: pending, effective January 1, 2027. Applies to Operators of AI companion chatbots with users in Colorado. Age range: Under 18. Operators must estimate user age and regularly disclose AI status to minors
Key facts
| Jurisdiction | Colorado |
|---|---|
| Category | AI Chatbot Safety |
| Status | pending |
| Effective date | January 1, 2027 |
| Age range | Under 18 |
| Applies to | Operators of AI companion chatbots with users in Colorado |
Key requirements
- Operators must estimate user age and regularly disclose AI status to minors
- Bans sexually explicit conversations with minors
- No gamification or engagement-reward techniques for minors
- Parental access tools
- Protocols for suicidal ideation and self-harm
Notes
Signed by Governor Polis May 29, 2026. Enacted alongside SB26-051 (device-level age attestation).
Frequently asked
What does Colorado AI Companion Chatbot Safety Act (HB 26-1263) require?
Operators must estimate user age and regularly disclose AI status to minors Bans sexually explicit conversations with minors No gamification or engagement-reward techniques for minors Parental access tools Protocols for suicidal ideation and self-harm
Who must comply with Colorado AI Companion Chatbot Safety Act (HB 26-1263) in Colorado?
Operators of AI companion chatbots with users in Colorado
When does Colorado AI Companion Chatbot Safety Act (HB 26-1263) take effect and what is its status?
Effective January 1, 2027. Current status: pending. Signed by Governor Polis May 29, 2026. Enacted alongside SB26-051 (device-level age attestation).
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