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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…
This bill regulates AI use in therapy, requiring informed consent for AI-assisted support during recorded sessions and establishes penalties for violations.
If you provide therapy services in New York using AI, you must inform patients and obtain their consent or face penalties up to $50,000.
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What This Means
The proposed legislation aims to regulate the use of artificial intelligence in mental health services, ensuring that patients provide informed consent to AI involvement in their therapy sessions. The bill emphasizes patient consent, transparency, and penalties for non-compliance in AI applications within mental health care.
Key Provisions
- Prohibits AI use in therapy without patient consent when sessions are recorded.
- Defines key terms such as 'artificial intelligence' and 'licensed professional'.
- Excludes religious counseling, peer support, self-help materials, and educational resources from its provisions.
- Establishes penalties for violations of the bill's requirements.
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Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Julia Salazar D | Sponsor | SD-018 |
| Kristen Gonzalez D | Sponsor | SD-059 |
Compliance Checklist
Who: Licensed professionals providing therapy
Penalty: Up to $50,000 per violation
Who: Licensed professionals
Penalty: Up to $50,000 per violation
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