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RegulationAugust 22, 2026Source: National Conference of State Legislatures

States Weigh Guardrails as Teens Turn to Chatbots for Mental Health Advice

The National Conference of State Legislatures reports that states are considering or passing guardrails for chatbots used in mental health contexts, especially for teens. Measures described include requirements that chatbots identify themselves as non-human, detect suicidal thoughts, and direct users to crisis resources.

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