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A10379 — NY, US
A10379 is an AI governance legislation from NY, currently committee. New York A10379 would prohibit AI chatbots from using features deemed unsafe for minors [1]. AIGI tracks 2 primary-source updates on this bill; the most recent was published on 2026-03-03.
Status & timeline
- Regulatory stage
- committee
- Bill status
- In Assembly Committee
- Authority / governing body
- New York State Senate
- Chamber
- Assembly
- Document type
- legislation
Next deadline: No fixed deadline — the bill is currently in committee.
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Full obligation matrix
| Actor | Obligation | Deadline | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| provider | Prohibit artificial intelligence chatbot features identified as unsafe for minors. | — | — |
| deployer | Ensure deployed AI chatbots do not use features considered unsafe for minors. | — | — |
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Enforcement risk score
Announced regulation; enforcement footprint still forming.
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Role-based compliance checklist
- general_counsel Review proposed text of NY A10379 to understand definitions of 'unsafe features for minors' once available.
- product_manager Assess current and planned AI chatbot features for potential risks to minors, anticipating future prohibitions.
- compliance_officer Establish a monitoring plan for the legislative progress of NY A10379 and prepare for future compliance impact assessments.
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Vendor impact assessment
- Vendor risk class
- high
- Procurement categories
- customer_service_ai, content_moderation, productivity_assistants
Vendors providing AI chatbot solutions may need to demonstrate robust safety controls and content filtering capabilities specifically designed to protect minors, or offer configurable options to deployers to meet these requirements.
Sample vendor questions
- How does your AI chatbot platform identify and mitigate features considered unsafe for minors?
- What content moderation and safety mechanisms are in place within your AI chatbot to protect young users?
- Can your AI chatbot platform be configured to restrict certain features or content based on user age or jurisdiction?
Intelligence briefs (2)
New York Bill A10379 Targets AI Chatbot Features Unsafe for Minors
New York A10379 would prohibit AI chatbots from using features deemed unsafe for minors [1].
This signals a growing legislative focus on age-appropriate AI design and minor safety in chatbot deployments.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — the bill is currently in committee.
Primary source →NY A10379: Prohibiting AI Chatbot Unsafe Features for Minors
A New York Assembly bill proposes to prohibit AI chatbots from deploying features deemed unsafe for minors [1].
This development bears on the deployer obligations for generative AI systems and the scope of AI safety regulations concerning minors in New York.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — bill currently in Assembly Committee
Primary source →Frequently asked questions
- What is A10379?
- New York Assembly Bill A10379 (2025-2026) proposes to prohibit artificial intelligence chatbots from implementing features considered unsafe for minors [1]. This legislation defines what constitutes an unsafe feature, outlines associated rights of action, and mandates the establishment of further rules and regulations [2]. The bill is presently under review by the Assembly Committee on Science And Technology [1]. Primary source →
- Why does A10379 matter?
- This signals a growing legislative focus on age-appropriate AI design and minor safety in chatbot deployments. Primary source →
- Who does A10379 affect?
- This development primarily affects entities that develop, deploy, or operate artificial intelligence chatbots with potential exposure to minors within New York State. Organizations managing public-facing AI systems or those designing interactive AI experiences for general audiences may need to evaluate their product features against emerging definitions of "unsafe for minors." Considerations extend to content moderation, data privacy, and user interaction design within AI applications. Primary source →
- What are the key dates for A10379?
- No fixed deadline — the bill is currently in committee. Primary source →
- What is the current status of A10379?
- As of the last published update, A10379 is at the "committee" stage, with bill status "In Assembly Committee". Primary source →
- Where can I find the primary source for A10379?
- The primary source for the most recent update is at https://legislation.nysenate.gov/bills/2025/A10379. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →
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