As introduced: - Permits mental health service providers to use an artificial intelligence system for administrative or supplementary support tasks, while maintaining full responsibility for all outputs. - Requires providers to disclose the use of an AI system and obtain written patient consent before using it during a recorded or transcribed session. - Restricts the provision of therapy or counseling services, including through an AI system, to licensed mental health service providers. - Prohibits an artificial intelligence system from making independent therapeutic decisions, directly interacting with clients for therapeutic communication, generating treatment plans, or detecting emotions or mental states. - Establishes a civil penalty of up to $10,000 for violations of these provisions.
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
Feb 18, 2026 | H | Left in Committee Communications, Technology and Innovation |
Feb 4, 2026 | H | Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (6‑Y 4‑N) |
Feb 4, 2026 | H | H-ST Technology and Innovation subcommittee substitute offered |
Jan 29, 2026 | H | Assigned H-ST sub: Technology and Innovation |
Jan 20, 2026 | H | Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB668) |
Jan 13, 2026 | H | Referred to Committee on H-Communications, Technology and Innovation |
Jan 13, 2026 | H | Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01‑14‑2026 26104644D |
| Last Action | Feb 18, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Year | 2026 |
| Bill Type | Bill |
| Created | Mar 21, 2026 |
| Updated | Feb 19, 2026 |