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HR 7218 — US
HR 7218 is an AI governance agency report from US, currently under review. A bill was introduced to require AI chatbots to implement age verification and minor user protections [1]. AIGI tracks 3 primary-source updates on this bill; the most recent was published on 2026-05-12.
Status & timeline
- Bill status
- introduced
- Authority / governing body
- Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency
- Chamber
- house
- Document type
- agency report
Next deadline: No fixed deadline — bill introduced to committee
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Full obligation matrix
| Actor | Obligation | Deadline | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| provider | Implement age verification measures for artificial intelligence chatbots. | — | — |
| provider | Establish certain protections for minor users of artificial intelligence chatbots. | — | — |
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Enforcement risk score
Announced regulation; enforcement footprint still forming.
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Role-based compliance checklist
- product_manager Evaluate technical requirements for implementing age verification in AI chatbots.
- engineering Research available age verification technologies and their integration into AI chatbot platforms.
- legal Monitor the bill's progress through Congress and analyze potential legal obligations if enacted.
- compliance_officer Begin preliminary assessment of policy changes needed to protect minor users of AI chatbots.
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Vendor impact assessment
- Vendor risk class
- high
- Procurement categories
- customer_service_ai, other
Vendors providing AI chatbot solutions will need to demonstrate robust age verification mechanisms and specific safeguards for minor users, potentially requiring significant platform re-engineering or third-party integrations to comply if this bill is enacted.
Sample vendor questions
- Does your AI chatbot solution include built-in age verification capabilities?
- How does your AI chatbot platform ensure compliance with regulations regarding minor users?
- What data privacy measures are in place to protect age verification information?
- Can your AI chatbot be configured to restrict access or content based on user age?
- What audit logs are available for age verification attempts and outcomes?
Intelligence briefs (3)
US Federal Bill Introduced to Mandate AI Chatbot Age Verification
A bill was introduced to require AI chatbots to implement age verification and minor user protections [1].
This signals a nascent federal focus on AI chatbot safety for minors, potentially expanding the scope of deployer obligations.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — bill introduced to committee
Primary source →US Federal Bill Proposes Age Verification and Minor Protections for AI Chatbots
A US federal bill has been introduced, proposing requirements for AI chatbots to implement age verification and minor user protections [1].
This development signals potential federal intervention in AI governance for user safety and content moderation, particularly concerning vulnerable populations.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — this is a proposed bill, not enacted law.
Primary source →US House Bill Introduces Age Verification & Minor Protection for AI Chatbots
A House bill has been introduced to require AI chatbots to implement age verification and minor protection measures [1].
This development indicates a growing focus on AI system design obligations related to user age verification and safeguarding minors in the US federal context.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — the bill is currently in legislative review.
Primary source →Frequently asked questions
- What is HR 7218?
- A new bill has been introduced to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, proposing requirements for artificial intelligence chatbots [1]. This legislation seeks to mandate age verification measures for these AI systems [1]. Additionally, the bill aims to establish certain protections specifically for minor users interacting with chatbots [1]. Primary source →
- Why does HR 7218 matter?
- This signals a nascent federal focus on AI chatbot safety for minors, potentially expanding the scope of deployer obligations. Primary source →
- Who does HR 7218 affect?
- Organizations developing or deploying AI chatbot technologies are within scope, particularly those whose systems may be accessible to minor users. Considerations include consumer-facing AI applications, educational AI tools, and any conversational AI intended for general public use. This legislative proposal would primarily affect US federal entities if enacted. Primary source →
- What are the key dates for HR 7218?
- No fixed deadline — bill introduced to committee Primary source →
- Where can I find the primary source for HR 7218?
- The primary source for the most recent update is at https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/HOB-2026/HOB-2026-hr7218. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →
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