Experts tell Alabama lawmakers to set red lines to protect adolescents from AI, chatbots

By: Anna Barrett

Outlets: Alabama Reflector

Published: July 23, 2026

Words: 707

Last Updated: 4 weeks ago


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An Alabama state commission Wednesday heard testimony from experts about protecting the mental health of adolescents amid growing access to technology like artificial intelligence and social media for children and teens.

The Commission on Artificial Intelligence and Children’s Safety – a group of lawmakers, child advocates, a representative from the Attorney General’s office and the Department of Mental Health – heard from experts from across the country at its meeting Wednesday.

Christabel Randolph, associate director …

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