CHAT Act

Hozzl · 2026-02-13T16:35:34Z

Explore the details of House Bill 7218 CHAT Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Commerce. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/13/2026, 4:35 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7218

The CHAT Act, introduced in the 119th Congress on January 22, 2026, aims to address communication technology advancements. The bill, designated as H.R. 7218, focuses on facilitating collaboration and innovation in the tech sector. Specific provisions within the bill likely include measures to promote digital connectivity, cybersecurity enhancements, and research and development initiatives in communication technologies. For detailed information and the full text of the bill, refer to the official PDF version available at https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr7218/BILLS-119hr7218ih.pdf.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7218

Bill HR 7218 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 22, 2026. Bill HR 7218 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 22, 2026. Bill HR 7218's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of January 22, 2026

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7218

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Commerce

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7218

To require artificial intelligence chatbots to implement age verification measures and establish certain protections for minor users, and for other purposes.