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HR 8382 — US
HR 8382 is an AI governance legislation from US, currently introduced. This bill introduces a proposed federal prohibition on integrating AI chatbots into children's products [1]. AIGI tracks 3 primary-source updates on this bill; the most recent was published on 2026-04-29.
Status & timeline
- Regulatory stage
- introduced
- Bill status
- in committee
- Effective date
- 2026-04-29
- Authority / governing body
- Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency
- Chamber
- house
- Document type
- legislation
Next deadline: No fixed deadline — proposed legislation referred to committee.
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Full obligation matrix
| Actor | Obligation | Deadline | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| manufacturer | Do not manufacture products for children that incorporate an artificial intelligence chatbot. | Upon enactment | — |
| distributor | Do not convey (distribute or sell) products for children that incorporate an artificial intelligence chatbot. | Upon enactment | — |
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Enforcement risk score
Announced regulation; enforcement footprint still forming.
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Role-based compliance checklist
- product_manager Review all products designed for children to identify any incorporating AI chatbots. (Upon enactment)
- general_counsel Assess the legal implications of this proposed bill on current and future product lines. (Upon enactment)
- compliance_officer Monitor the legislative progress of HR 8382. (Ongoing)
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Vendor impact assessment
- Vendor risk class
- critical
- Procurement categories
- other
Vendors supplying products for children, especially those with integrated AI features, face significant compliance risks if this bill is enacted, potentially requiring product redesign or withdrawal.
Sample vendor questions
- Does this product incorporate an AI chatbot?
- Is this product designed or marketed primarily for children?
- How does this product comply with potential prohibitions on AI chatbots in children's products?
Intelligence briefs (3)
US Bill Proposes Federal Ban on AI Chatbots in Children's Products
This bill introduces a proposed federal prohibition on integrating AI chatbots into children's products [1].
This development highlights emerging regulatory scrutiny of AI in consumer products, particularly concerning vulnerable populations and product safety.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — proposed legislation referred to committee.
Primary source →US House Bill Proposes Ban on AI Chatbot Products for Children
A U.S. House bill, H.R. 8382, proposes prohibiting AI chatbot-enabled products for children [1].
This development signals a potential expansion of AI product safety regulation, targeting specific use cases involving children.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — this is a proposed bill requiring legislative passage.
Primary source →US House Bill Proposes Ban on Child Products with AI Chatbots
This bill proposes to prohibit the manufacture and distribution of children's products integrating AI chatbots [1].
This development signals a potential expansion of product safety regulations to include AI governance aspects in children's goods.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — proposed legislation, not yet effective.
Primary source →Frequently asked questions
- What is HR 8382?
- House Bill 8382 (HR 8382) proposes a federal prohibition on the manufacture and conveyance of children's products that integrate an artificial intelligence chatbot [1]. The bill has been referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce [2]. This development indicates congressional intent to address the intersection of AI technology and child safety within product design, signaling potential new restrictions for product developers and distributors. Primary source →
- Why does HR 8382 matter?
- This development highlights emerging regulatory scrutiny of AI in consumer products, particularly concerning vulnerable populations and product safety. Primary source →
- Who does HR 8382 affect?
- Manufacturers and distributors of children's products are within scope, particularly those considering or currently integrating AI chatbot functionalities. Companies developing AI models for child-facing applications may also assess potential future restrictions on deployment mechanisms. The jurisdiction is US federal, affecting any entity manufacturing or conveying such products within the United States. Primary source →
- What are the key dates for HR 8382?
- No fixed deadline — proposed legislation referred to committee. Primary source →
- What is the current status of HR 8382?
- As of the last published update, HR 8382 is at the "introduced" stage, with bill status "in committee". Primary source →
- Where can I find the primary source for HR 8382?
- The primary source for the most recent update is at https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/HOB-2026/HOB-2026-hr8382. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →
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