AI disclosure laws in Connecticut
What businesses using chatbots, AI voice agents or AI content in Connecticut need to know. Last reviewed 2026-11-02. Not legal advice.
Short answer
Not yet, but it's coming. Connecticut has enacted Connecticut AI Responsibility and Transparency Act (SB 5 / Public Act 26-15), which takes effect 2027-01-01. Federal rules, including the FTC Act, already apply.
Who it covers
Operators of AI companions used in Connecticut; employers using automated employment-related decision technology, and its developers.
What to disclose
Clear and conspicuous notice that the user is communicating with an AI companion.
Penalties
An unfair or deceptive trade practice: up to $5,000 per wilful violation, and up to $25,000 for violating an injunction. No private lawsuits.
Federal rules that also apply in Connecticut
- FTC Act Section 5: deceptive AI practices: Section 5 bans deceptive acts and practices in commerce.
- TCPA: AI-generated voices are 'artificial or prerecorded' calls: The FCC ruled that calls using AI-generated voices are 'artificial or prerecorded voice' calls under the TCPA.
Questions businesses ask
Does Connecticut require businesses to disclose AI chatbots?
Not yet, but it's coming. Connecticut has enacted Connecticut AI Responsibility and Transparency Act (SB 5 / Public Act 26-15), which takes effect 2027-01-01. Federal rules, including the FTC Act, already apply.
When does Connecticut AI Responsibility and Transparency Act (SB 5 / Public Act 26-15) take effect?
Connecticut AI Responsibility and Transparency Act (SB 5 / Public Act 26-15) (Conn. Public Act 26-15, §§ 4 to 12 (signed May 27, 2026)) takes effect 2027-01-01. Clear and conspicuous notice that the user is communicating with an AI companion.
What happens if a business in Connecticut doesn't disclose AI?
Under Connecticut AI Responsibility and Transparency Act (SB 5 / Public Act 26-15): An unfair or deceptive trade practice: up to $5,000 per wilful violation, and up to $25,000 for violating an injunction. No private lawsuits. Enforced by Connecticut Attorney General only..
How can a business in Connecticut show visitors it uses AI?
Show a clear notice that visitors are talking to AI before or when a chat starts, repeat it on the schedule the law sets, and keep a record that it appeared. BotNotice does this with one line of code on most website builders.
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