CHAT Act
CHAT Act (S.2714)
Explicitly defines "companion AI chatbot" and "suicidal ideation" in statutory context. Sets covered-entity obligations including age verification.
Jurisdiction
United States
Enacted
Pending
Effective
TBD
Enforcement
TBD
119th Congress
Congress.govWhy It Matters
Most explicit federal bill on companion AI and suicide risk. Statutory definitions would establish federal framework for crisis detection requirements.
At a Glance
Applies to
Who Must Comply
- Companion AI chatbot operators
Obligations fall on:
Safety Provisions
- Statutory definition of "companion AI chatbot"
- Statutory definition of "suicidal ideation" in AI context
- Age verification requirements
- Covered entity obligations
Compliance & Enforcement
Penalties
Penalties pending regulatory determination
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United States
Focus Areas
Cite This
APA
United States. (n.d.). CHAT Act (S.2714).
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Last updated January 22, 2026. Verify against primary sources before relying on this information.