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US bill could force AI chatbots to give parents kid account access

Technology
Published on 4 May 2026
US bill could force AI chatbots to give parents kid account access

Parents may get chat logs and time controls

A new US Senate bill seeks to regulate AI chatbot companies by requiring “family accounts” that let parents review children’s chat logs and set time limits. Lawmakers from both parties say the move targets safety risks while preserving innovation. If introduced and passed, it could reshape how AI services handle minors’ accounts and parental oversight.

  • Proposed US law targets AI chatbot safety for minors
  • Family accounts could let parents view chat logs
  • Parents may also control usage with time limits
  • Backed by lawmakers from both major political parties
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This summarization was done by Beige for a story published on RepublicRepublic

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