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S2197Introduced in the Senate

Establishes regulations regarding the use of artificial intelligence in mental health care treatments.

Passed

Introduced by Lori Urso, District 8

What does this bill do?

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Official description

BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE, DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AND HOSPITALS -- OVERSIGHT OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TECHNOLOGY IN MENTAL HEALTH CARE ACT - Establishes regulations regarding the use of artificial intelligence in mental health care treatments.

Where it stands

Signed by Governor

June 22, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

House votes

1 recorded vote · each counted separately

Senate votes

4 recorded votes · each counted separately

HouseStage: House Committee on Health & Human Services: Passage of Sub A as amended in concurrence · June 4, 2026

13

Yes

0

No

2

Absent or Not Voting

15 representatives recorded in this House vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to Senate Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technol

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/24/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

  4. Scheduled for consideration (05/14/2026)

  5. Proposed Substitute

  6. Committee recommends passage of Sub A

  7. Placed on Senate Calendar (05/21/2026)

  8. Senate passed Sub A as amended (floor amendment)

  9. Referred to House Health & Human Services

  10. Scheduled for consideration (06/04/2026)

  11. Committee recommends passage of Sub A as amended in concurrence

  12. Placed on House Calendar (06/08/2026)

  13. House passed Sub A as amended in concurrence

  14. Transmitted to Governor

  15. Signed by Governor

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