Bill would ban AI chatbots in children's toys and products

In committeeH.R. 8382Latest action Apr 21, 2026

Sponsor: Blake D. Moore · Representative · UT

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Official title: To prohibit the manufacture and conveyance of certain products for children that incorporate an artificial intelligence chatbot, and for other purposes.

119th Congress

Topics: Jobs & the economy

Introduced: April 20, 2026

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This bill would ban AI chatbot toys and child care products, taking effect 180 days after it becomes law.

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What does this do?

This bill would make it illegal to make, import, sell, or distribute children's toys and child care products that have an AI chatbot built in. A chatbot is any technology that uses artificial intelligence or machine learning to hold conversations with a user. The ban would start 180 days after the bill becomes law.

Who does it affect?

The rule would apply to everyone in the supply chain, including manufacturers, importers, retailers, and distributors. Anyone who breaks the rule would face penalties under existing federal consumer product safety law.

Why does it matter?

Companies that do not comply would face the same legal consequences that apply to other violations of federal consumer product safety law. The 180-day window gives businesses time to adjust before the rule takes effect.

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IntroducedApr 20, 2026
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Latest action: April 21, 2026 — Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3000-3001)

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Newest of these articles: May 25, 2026

westernjournal.com
Leans right
Senators Push Crackdown on AI Chatbots Amid Fears Big Tech Is Putting Kids at Risk
May 25, 2026
“Senators are examining big tech regulation, and their first aim in the space is AI chatbots. The GUARD Act is the first in this pursuit.” — westernjournal.com
dailycaller.com
Leans right
Senators Push Crackdown On AI Chatbots Amid Fears Big Tech Putting Kids At Risk
May 19, 2026
“The Senate is moving on new legislation seeking to protect minors from potentially harmful artificial intelligence chatbots” — dailycaller.com
westernjournal.com
Leans right
Congress Moves to Protect Children from the Dangers of AI Chatbots
May 9, 2026
“Congress is finally stepping in on the question of artificial intelligence with a new bill aimed at chatbots.” — westernjournal.com
nbcnews.com
Leans left
Momentum builds in Congress to ban AI chatbots for kids
Apr 30, 2026
“The effort to ban AI chatbots for minors is picking up steam in Congress” — nbcnews.com
pymnts.com
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New Federal Bills Promote US AI Leadership and Child Safety
Apr 29, 2026
“U.S. lawmakers have introduced two bills covering artificial intelligence: one that would give parents control over their kids’ use of AI chatbots, and” — pymnts.com

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