MN AI Disclosure Act
Minnesota Individual Communication with Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Requirement (SF 1886)
Requires businesses to disclose when individuals communicate with AI in textual or spoken conversations. Prohibits deception about AI vs. human interaction. Provides private right of action with damages up to $1,000 plus attorney fees. AG can impose civil penalties up to $5 million.
Jurisdiction
Minnesota
Enacted
Pending
Effective
TBD
Enforcement
Minnesota Attorney General
Introduced February 27, 2025. In committee. 94th Legislature 2025-2026.
Minnesota Office of the Revisor of StatutesWhy It Matters
Establishes baseline transparency for AI chatbots. Unusually strong enforcement: private right of action plus AG penalties up to $5M. Precursor to mental health-specific regulations.
Recent Developments
Introduced February 2025. Part of broader trend of AI transparency laws (similar to Maine LD 1727).
At a Glance
Who Must Comply
- Businesses operating AI chatbots in Minnesota
- Companies deploying conversational AI systems
- Service providers using AI for customer interactions
Obligations fall on:
Safety Provisions
- Mandatory disclosure when communicating with AI
- Prohibition on deceptive AI-human misrepresentation
- Transparency requirement for AI systems
- Must provide option to communicate with human instead
Compliance & Enforcement
Penalties
$5M; $1K/violation
Private Right of Action
Individuals can sue directly without waiting for regulatory action.
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Focus Areas
Cite This
APA
Minnesota. (n.d.). Minnesota Individual Communication with Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Requirement (SF 1886).
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Last updated January 23, 2026. Verify against primary sources before relying on this information.