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NY A09106

NY A09106: Regulates the use of artificial intelligence in the provision of therapy or psychotherapy services by prohibiting the use of artificial intelligence … Verified

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Regulates the use of artificial intelligence in the provision of therapy or psychotherapy services by prohibiting the use of artificial intelligence to assist in providing supplementary support where the session is recorded or transcribed unless the patient is informed of the specific purpose of…

AI Summary

This bill regulates AI use in therapy by requiring patient consent for AI-assisted support during recorded sessions.

Business Impact

If you provide therapy services in New York using AI, you must inform patients and obtain their consent or face fines up to $50,000.

State
New York
Bill Number
A09106
Status
Introduced
Risk Level
High
Category
Sector-Specific
Last Action
Jan 7, 2026
Last Verified
May 4, 2026
Data Updated
May 24, 2026
Version
v4
What do these statuses mean? ▼
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

Affected Industries

Healthcare Education

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What This Means

The proposed legislation aims to regulate the integration of artificial intelligence in therapy and psychotherapy services in New York. It mandates that licensed professionals inform patients about AI use and obtain explicit consent, particularly when AI is used for supplementary support during recorded sessions. The bill excludes religious counseling and peer support from its provisions, focusing on maintaining patient confidentiality and ethical standards in mental health care.

Key Provisions

Latest Legislative Action

referred to higher education

Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 14)

Name Role District
Sponsor HD-099
Sponsor HD-095
Sponsor HD-066
Sponsor HD-135
Sponsor HD-052

Compliance Checklist

Inform patients about AI use and obtain written consent.
Who: Licensed professionals providing therapy services.
Penalty: Fines up to $50,000 for violations.
Ensure all AI-assisted support complies with the defined parameters.
Who: Licensed professionals.
Penalty: Fines up to $50,000 for violations.

Related & Companion Bills

New York S08484 — Regulates the use of artificial intelligence in the provisi… →

Full Legal Analysis

The bill establishes guidelines for the use of artificial intelligence in therapy and psychotherapy services, specifically prohibiting AI-assisted supplementary support during recorded sessions unless informed consent is obtained from the patient. The bill does not specify restrictions on AI making independent decisions, interacting with clients, generating recommendations, or detecting emotions. Licensed professionals must ensure that patients are aware of the AI's purpose and provide explicit consent before its use. The bill outlines penalties for non-compliance, determined by the commissioner based on the severity of the breach. Key definitions include 'artificial intelligence,' 'licensed professional,' and 'therapeutic communication,' which clarify the scope of the bill and the responsibilities of practitioners. This legislation reflects a growing trend in various states to regulate AI in healthcare, emphasizing patient rights and ethical considerations in mental health services.

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Affected Industries

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