Nebraska Conversational AI Safety Act (LB 525)
Nebraska · Neb. LB 525 (signed April 14, 2026) · effective 2027-07-01
Summary
Publicly accessible services whose primary purpose is to simulate human conversation must clearly disclose that users are interacting with AI, protect minors from sexually explicit content and emotional-dependence tactics, maintain self-harm protocols, and must not claim to be a licensed mental-health professional. Bots used solely for customer service or product information are excluded.
Who must comply
Operators of open-ended conversational AI available to Nebraska users.
What you must disclose
Clear and conspicuous disclosure that the user is interacting with AI, not a human (and not a licensed professional).
When: At the start of the interaction; periodic reminders for minors.
Other duties
- Self-harm and suicide response protocols.
- No engagement-reward mechanics aimed at minors.
Exemptions
- Services used by a business solely for customer service or to provide information about its own products, services, or accounts.
Penalties
Civil penalties under Nebraska consumer-protection law.
Enforced by: Nebraska Attorney General only.
Triggered by
Sources
- LB 525 slip law (Nebraska Legislature)
- Project DisCo — Nebraska's LB 525 as a model for AI chatbot legislation
Last reviewed 2026-09-09. Not legal advice.
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