Missouri legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Missouri HB2031: Establishes the "Children Harmed by AI Technology Act"
Status: In committee, May 15, 2026
What the bill says
To amend chapter 1, RSMo, by adding thereto one new section relating to artificial intelligence chatbots. Section A. Chapter 1, RSMo, is amended by adding thereto one new section, to be known as.
From the introduced text:
To amend chapter 1, RSMo, by adding thereto one new section relating to artificial intelligence chatbots. Section A. Chapter 1, RSMo, is amended by adding thereto one new section, to be known as section 1.2047, to read as follows: 1.2047. 1. This section shall be known and may be cited as the "Children Harmed by AI Technology Act" or the "CHAT Act". 2. As used in this section, the following terms mean: (1) "Companion AI chatbot", any software-based artificial intelligence system or program that exists for the primary purpose of simulating interpersonal or emotional interaction, friendship, companionship, or therapeutic communication with a user; (2) "Covered entity", any person that owns, operates, or otherwise makes available a companion AI chatbot to individuals in this state; (3) "Minor", any person under eighteen years of age; (4) "Pop-up", a visible notification on the screen of a user that can be resolved if interacted with by the user; (5) "Sexually explicit communication", any content, conversation, or material that describes, depicts, or encourages sexually explicit conduct; (6) "Sexually suggestive communication", any oral, written, or behavioral action with sexual undertones that implies sexual intent. 3. A covered entity shall require each individual accessing a companion AI chatbot to make a user account in order to use or otherwise interact with such chatbot. EXPLANATION -- Matter enclosed …
Sponsors
- Melissa Schmidt (R, 141) · primary sponsor
- Mike Jones (R, 012)
Latest actions
- : Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
- : Read Second Time (H)
- : Read First Time (H)
- : Prefiled (H)
Common questions
- What is HB2031?
- HB2031 is a bill in the Missouri Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Establishes the "Children Harmed by AI Technology Act".
- What does HB2031 do?
- In its own words: To amend chapter 1, RSMo, by adding thereto one new section relating to artificial intelligence chatbots. Section A. Chapter 1, RSMo, is amended by adding thereto one new section, to be known as.
- What is the status of HB2031?
- In committee as of May 15, 2026. Latest action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (May 15, 2026).
- Who sponsored HB2031?
- Melissa Schmidt (R, 141), with 1 co-sponsor.
- Where is the official record for HB2031?
- On the Missouri Legislature website: https://house.mo.gov/BillContent.aspx?bill=HB2031&year=2026&code=R
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