Technology (Artificial Intelligence)

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 15, 2026

HB 2637: An Act providing for a temporary prohibition on artificial intelligence chatbots in children's toys; and imposing penalties.

This Pennsylvania bill temporarily bans the sale, manufacture, and distribution of children's toys containing artificial intelligence chatbots for a period of three years. It defines an AI chatbot as technology that uses generative AI to hold interactive conversations with users, while excluding toys that only provide pre-written responses. The law applies to any product intended for children under 14 years old and allows the Attorney General to enforce the ban through civil penalties and legal injunctions if violations occur. After the three-year period expires, the prohibition will automatically end, though any violations committed during the ban remain subject to enforcement.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill imposes a temporary ban on AI chatbots in children's toys, restricting the use and sale of this specific technology.95% confidence

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in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 24, 2026

SB 1368: An Act prohibiting nudification applications from being offered on online application marketplaces; and prescribing penalties.

This Pennsylvania bill prohibits the development and distribution of artificial intelligence applications that generate realistic images of people in states of nudity or engaged in sexual acts. It specifically targets online app stores, requiring them to remove these prohibited tools within five days after receiving a report and mandating that they provide a public portal for users to submit such notices. The law includes exceptions for general-purpose editing software, tools used for medical or law enforcement purposes, and services designed to detect or block these harmful applications. Violations of the act can result in civil penalties of up to $100,000 for each illegal download of the application.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts AI development and distribution by imposing removal mandates and penalties, limiting technological innovation in the sector.85% confidence

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Apr 14, 2026

HB 2375: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in charter schools, further providing for definitions, for charter school requirements, for establishment of charter school, for causes for nonrenewal or termination, for powers and duties of department, for cyber charter school requirements and prohibitions and for establishment of cyber charter school; and, in the State Board of Education, further providing for powers and duties of the board.

This Pennsylvania bill updates the Public School Code to strictly limit the use of artificial intelligence in charter and cyber charter schools. It defines artificial intelligence as machine-based systems that make predictions or decisions and prohibits these schools from using AI to replace human teachers for direct instruction. The law requires local school boards and the state Department of Education to reject applications from schools relying on such models and allows for the nonrenewal or immediate termination of charters that adopt them. Additionally, the bill clarifies the powers and duties of the State Board of Education regarding charter school oversight.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill restricts AI use in charter schools, limiting instructional tools and potentially hindering educational innovation and access.85% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts AI use in schools and prohibits replacing human teachers with AI, limiting the application of this technology in education.85% confidence

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 2255: An Act amending the act of December 4, 1996 (P.L.911, No.147), known as the Telemarketer Registration Act, further providing for definitions, for unlawful acts and penalties and for violations; and imposing penalties.

HB 2255 amends Pennsylvania's Telemarketer Registration Act to regulate the use of artificial intelligence in telemarketing. The bill defines key terms like "artificial intelligence" and "synthetic content," then prohibits telemarketers from using AI to make calls, mimic human voices, select phone numbers, disguise call origins, or interact with consumers during calls. Violations carry civil penalties of up to $100,000 per offense, with escalating fines for repeat violations. Individuals who receive a prohibited call may also sue the telemarketer in court. This bill directly affects telemarketing companies operating in Pennsylvania that use AI for solicitation calls.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill prohibits AI use in telemarketing for deceptive practices (mimicking voices, disguising calls), imposing penalties to protect consumers. Directly restricts AI applications in this context.95% confidence

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jan 27, 2025

HB 317: An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in computer offenses, providing for artificial intelligence; and imposing a penalty.

HB 317 requires creators and distributors of AI-generated content in Pennsylvania to watermark at least 30% of images, text, simulations, or videos with 50% opacity and the label "Artificial Intelligence Generated Material." It directly affects individuals and businesses producing AI content, with exceptions for film/TV productions using AI for visual effects without involving specific individuals or with their written consent. Violations carry a $1,000 fine for a first offense and $10,000 for repeat offenses within five years. The law takes effect 60 days after enactment.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyMandates AI content labeling with opacity/label requirements, imposing compliance costs and fines - restricts unregulated AI distribution per bill's explicit penalties.92% confidence

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Apr 10, 2025

HB 1188: An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for protection of State-owned electronic devices and networks from applications controlled by foreign adversaries.

Pennsylvania's HB 1188 bans state-owned electronic devices and networks from using artificial intelligence applications controlled by "foreign adversaries" as defined by federal law (10 U.S.C. § 4872(d)(2)). It directly affects Pennsylvania government agencies, local municipalities, and schools (via "local education agencies") by prohibiting the installation of such AI apps on state devices or access through state networks. Exceptions include law enforcement, security research, and risk mitigation activities. Violations require referral to the State Ethics Commission for investigation under existing ethics laws. The bill takes effect 60 days after enactment.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBans state use of AI apps controlled by foreign adversaries, restricting specific technology access for security compliance.90% confidence

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