HR 8382
To prohibit the manufacture and conveyance of certain products for children that incorporate an artificial intelligence chatbot, and for other purposes.
May require changes to AI practices. Monitor and prepare.
TL;DR
Rep. Blake Moore (R-UT) introduced a bill that would ban AI chatbots in children's products. The bill makes it illegal to manufacture or sell toys, apps, or other products for kids under 13 that include AI chat features, with fines up to $5,000 per violation.
How This Might Impact Your Business
Toy manufacturers would need to remove AI chat features from products marketed to children under 13
EdTech companies offering AI tutors or learning companions for elementary school students would need to redesign products without conversational AI
Gaming companies must eliminate AI-powered NPCs that can have open conversations with players in games rated E for Everyone
Penalties reach $5,000 per product sold in violation, enforced by the FTC
No exemptions for educational purposes or parental consent mentioned in current bill text
Implementation timeline not specified; would take effect upon passage
What Should You Do
Review your product portfolio for any items marketed to children that include AI chat features
Consult with legal counsel about potential product redesigns if you sell AI-enabled toys, apps, or educational tools
Monitor this bill in House Energy and Commerce Committee where it currently sits
Consider submitting comments or testimony if your business would be significantly impacted
Who It Affects
Sponsors
Status Timeline
committee
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
April 20, 2026
AI-generated analysis for informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Always consult a qualified attorney for legal guidance.
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