SB3262 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)

COMPANION AI PROTECTION ACT
Last Action
2/18/2026 - Senate: To AI and Social Media
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
New Act  
Synopsis As Introduced
Creates the Companion Artificial Intelligence Protection Act. Provides that an operator of a companion artificial intelligence product shall not deploy or operate a companion artificial intelligence product that incorporates specified features. Provides for auditing and reporting requirements. Provides that an operator shall provide a clear notification during an interaction with a companion artificial intelligence product informing the user that the user is communicating with a companion artificial intelligence product. Requires the implementation of mandatory user safeguards, including a crisis intervention protocol. Sets forth provisions concerning liability and enforcement. Effective January 1, 2027.
Actions
DateChamberAction
2/03/2026SenateFiled with Secretary by Sen. Mary Edly-Allen
2/03/2026SenateFirst Reading
2/03/2026SenateReferred to Assignments
2/17/2026SenateAssigned to Executive
2/18/2026SenateTo AI and Social Media
3/13/2026SenateRule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As March 27, 2026
3/27/2026SenateRule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026
4/10/2026SenateAdded as Co-Sponsor All Senators
4/14/2026SenateAdded as Co-Sponsor Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel
4/14/2026SenateAdded as Co-Sponsor Sen. Lakesia Collins
4/14/2026SenateAdded as Co-Sponsor Sen. Graciela Guzmán
4/14/2026SenateAdded as Co-Sponsor Sen. Robert F. Martwick
4/14/2026SenateAdded as Co-Sponsor Sen. Karina Villa
4/14/2026SenateAdded as Co-Sponsor Sen. Mark L. Walker
4/15/2026SenateAdded as Co-Sponsor Sen. Suzy Glowiak Hilton
4/24/2026SenateRule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 15, 2026