2026 Chatbot Legislation — Iowa SF 2417 [URL: https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ba=SF2417&ga=91]

2026 chatbot legislation requiring involves therapy/mental health — Passed Chamber

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04 OCT 2024 · Law / Act

Iowa S 2243 (Sexual Exploitation of Minors, Use of Falsely Created Images)

Amends Iowa law to prohibit knowingly possessing AI-created depictions of identifiable minors in prohibited sexual acts. Treats images of different minors as separate offenses; repeated violations escalate to a class "C" felony.

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05 MAR 2019 · Law / Act

Iowa (2019) SB 302 (Automated Driving System Motor Vehicles)

Permits driverless vehicles on Iowa highways if compliant with safety laws and manufacturer certification. Requires insurance for autonomous vehicles and mandates accident reporting. Allows on-demand driverless vehicle networks. Centralizes regulation authority, prohibiting local restrictions or taxes on automated vehicles.

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