Duty LXD-6349
Serves under-18s, in Washington
Each law's tag says when it binds: since in force from , in 7 weeks not yet in force
Fabricated depictions of minors (sexual exploitation of children)since 2 lines
RCW 9.68A.011, 9.68A.040, 9.68A.050, 9.68A.053, 9.68A.070, 9.68A.075 · Read the law's page
- Do not create, deal in, possess, or exploit a fabricated depiction, an image, video, or audio-visual matter created or altered by digitization, including by using artificial intelligence, that depicts a minor engaging in sexually explicit conduct.
- This applies whether or not the depicted minor is identifiable or actually exists, and lacking knowledge that the image was fabricated is not a defense.
AI companion chatbot disclosure and safety actfrom , in 7 weeks4 lines
1st Sub. H.B. 2225, ch. 168, Laws of 2026 (new chapter, Title 19 RCW) · Read the law's page
- If you operate an AI companion chatbot, disclose clearly and conspicuously that it is artificial and not human at the start of an interaction, at least every three hours during continued interaction, and at the start of every new session.
- If you know the user is a minor, disclose proactively, take reasonable measures to prevent the chatbot from generating sexually explicit content or suggestive dialogue with them, and do not use manipulative engagement techniques designed to prolong an emotional attachment.
- Maintain protocols to detect and respond to expressions of self-harm or suicidal ideation, including referral to crisis resources, and publicly report on those protocols annually.
- A violation is treated as an unfair or deceptive act under the Consumer Protection Act rather than punished under a separate penalty scheme.