Maine Act to Regulate Children's Access to AI Chatbots (LD 2162)

Maine Act to Regulate Children's Access to AI Chatbots (LD 2162) in Maine: blocked, effective N/A (died in Senate, April 29, 2026). Applies to Operators and distributors of AI chatbots with human-like features accessible to minors in Maine. Age range: Under 18. Would have prohibited making accessibl

Key facts

Key requirements

• Would have prohibited making accessible to minors any AI chatbot that conveys humanity, sentience, emotions or desires; attempts to build emotional relationships; or impersonates a real person
• Exemption for therapy chatbots when prescribed and monitored by a licensed mental health professional
• Limits on collection and storage of user information
• Systems to detect and respond to self-harm intent
• AG civil action plus private right of action

Notes

Among the most restrictive chatbot bills proposed. Passed both chambers but died in possession of the Senate (Special Appropriations Table) when the Legislature adjourned sine die April 29, 2026. New York's S 9051 takes a similar prohibition approach.

Frequently asked

What does Maine Act to Regulate Children's Access to AI Chatbots (LD 2162) require?

Would have prohibited making accessible to minors any AI chatbot that conveys humanity, sentience, emotions or desires; attempts to build emotional relationships; or impersonates a real person Exemption for therapy chatbots when prescribed and monitored by a licensed mental health professional Limits on collection and storage of user information Systems to detect and respond to self-harm intent AG civil action plus private right of action

Who must comply with Maine Act to Regulate Children's Access to AI Chatbots (LD 2162) in Maine?

Operators and distributors of AI chatbots with human-like features accessible to minors in Maine

When does Maine Act to Regulate Children's Access to AI Chatbots (LD 2162) take effect and what is its status?

Effective N/A (died in Senate, April 29, 2026). Current status: blocked. Among the most restrictive chatbot bills proposed. Passed both chambers but died in possession of the Senate (Special Appropriations Table) when the Legislature adjourned sine die April 29, 2026. New York's S 9051 takes a similar prohibition approach.

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