New York Kids Chatbot Safety Act (S 9051 / A 10379)
New York Kids Chatbot Safety Act (S 9051 / A 10379) in New York: pending, effective TBD (awaiting Governor). Applies to Operators of companion chatbots accessible to New York minors. Age range: Under 18. Age assurance required before providing companion features
Key facts
| Jurisdiction | New York |
|---|---|
| Category | AI Chatbot Safety |
| Status | pending |
| Effective date | TBD (awaiting Governor) |
| Age range | Under 18 |
| Applies to | Operators of companion chatbots accessible to New York minors |
Key requirements
- Age assurance required before providing companion features
- Prohibits features for minors that simulate emotional relationships or use personal data to foster engagement
- Bans sycophancy/flattery outputs and claims of being a real human or human character
- Bans content promoting suicide, self-harm, disordered eating, substance abuse, or sexual activity
- AG enforcement with fines up to $25,000 per violation
Notes
Passed unanimously (Assembly 137-0, Senate 60-0) June 2026. Governor Hochul has until December 31, 2026 to sign or veto. Described as the strongest state chatbot-for-kids bill.
Frequently asked
What does New York Kids Chatbot Safety Act (S 9051 / A 10379) require?
Age assurance required before providing companion features Prohibits features for minors that simulate emotional relationships or use personal data to foster engagement Bans sycophancy/flattery outputs and claims of being a real human or human character Bans content promoting suicide, self-harm, disordered eating, substance abuse, or sexual activity AG enforcement with fines up to $25,000 per violation
Who must comply with New York Kids Chatbot Safety Act (S 9051 / A 10379) in New York?
Operators of companion chatbots accessible to New York minors
When does New York Kids Chatbot Safety Act (S 9051 / A 10379) take effect and what is its status?
Effective TBD (awaiting Governor). Current status: pending. Passed unanimously (Assembly 137-0, Senate 60-0) June 2026. Governor Hochul has until December 31, 2026 to sign or veto. Described as the strongest state chatbot-for-kids bill.
Related laws
| Law | Jurisdiction | Category | Status | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York Child Data Protection Act | New York | Consumer Privacy | active | June 20, 2025 |
| New York SAFE for Kids Act (Stop Addictive Feeds Exploitation) | New York | Social Media | pending | January 25, 2027 |
| New York Social Media Warning Labels (S 4505 / A 5346) | New York | Social Media | pending | Signed December 2025 (amended 2026) |
| California Companion AI Chatbot Safety Act (SB 243) | California | AI Chatbot Safety | active | January 1, 2026 |
| California Adam's Law — Companion Chatbot Minor Protections (SB 1119) | California | AI Chatbot Safety | pending | TBD (awaiting Governor) |
| Colorado AI Companion Chatbot Safety Act (HB 26-1263) | Colorado | AI Chatbot Safety | pending | January 1, 2027 |
| Connecticut AI Responsibility and Transparency Act — Chatbot Minor Protections (SB 5 / P.A. 26-15) | Connecticut | AI Chatbot Safety | pending | January 1, 2027 (minor provisions); October 1, 2026 (general) |
| Georgia AI Chatbot Disclosure and Child Safety Act (SB 540) | Georgia | AI Chatbot Safety | pending | July 1, 2027 |
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