Sets Rules for AI Chatbots in Virginia
Virginia · HB635 · Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Why it matters
Companies that use AI chatbots with Virginia consumers could face new limits and penalties if they break the rules. Consumers would gain new legal protections against certain chatbot practices.
What it does
- Adds a new chapter on AI chatbots to Virginia's consumer protection code
- Lists practices that would be prohibited for companies using AI chatbots
- Sets penalties for companies that break the new chatbot rules
Status
Latest action (2026-07-21): Continued from last session
About this bill
Would create new rules for AI chatbots in Virginia and set penalties for companies that break them. The bill also amends the state's consumer protection prohibited practices list.
Artificial Intelligence Chatbots Act; established, prohibited practices, penalties.
Perspectives
💬 The case for
Consumer protection groups would likely say chatbots should not be allowed to mislead people. Clear rules and penalties would help people trust online services.
💬 The case against
Some technology companies would likely say the rules could make it costly to offer chatbot services. They may also say the rules are hard to follow.
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