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AI Summary
This bill mandates that local school boards accept JROTC participation as fulfilling high school physical education requirements.
Business Impact
If you operate as a mental health service provider, you must ensure compliance with AI regulations by July 1, 2024, or face civil penalties.
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Introduced
— Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee
— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted
— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed
— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown
— Status data not yet available or awaiting classification
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What This Means
Senate Bill 269 in Virginia establishes guidelines for mental health service providers using artificial intelligence systems in therapy and counseling, with exceptions for self-help materials and educational resources. It mandates that providers maintain full responsibility.
Key Provisions
- Mental health providers must maintain full responsibility for AI interactions and outputs.
- AI cannot be used to provide therapy without a licensed provider present.
- Confidentiality of patient records must comply with existing health privacy laws.
- Civil penalties for violations can reach up to $10,000.
- Exemptions exist for religious counseling, peer support services, self-help materials, and educational resources.
Latest Legislative Action
Senate: Continued to 2013 in Education and Health (15-Y 0-N)
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Norment R | Sponsor | SD-003 |
Roll Call Votes
S ·
Senate: Continued to 2013 in Education and Health (15-Y 0-N) ·
Feb 2, 2012
15 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
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Full Legal Analysis
Senate Bill 269 requires mental health service providers to maintain full responsibility for all interactions and outputs generated by artificial intelligence systems used in therapy or counseling. The bill includes exceptions for self-help materials and educational resources.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
View SB269 on official legislature website →
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