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Senate passes AI regulation bill aimed at protecting children and aligning with California law

Washington State Senate · February 12, 2026
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Summary

The Washington Senate passed an engrossed substitute of SB 5,984 that tightens rules for AI systems interacting with youth, aligns parts of the measure with California law, and includes a private right of action; the roll call showed a constitutional majority.

The Washington State Senate passed an engrossed substitute of Senate Bill 5,984, legislation that would impose new rules on artificial‑intelligence systems (including chatbot labeling and safety provisions) with an emphasis on protecting children.

Sponsor Senator Wellman said the substitute was amended to align more closely with California’s…

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