SF2415 regulates artificial intelligence chatbots to protect users' mental health.

SF2415 mandates that artificial intelligence chatbots accessible in Iowa must disclose that they are not human and not a substitute for professional mental health care. It prohibits chatbots from offering or simulating professional mental health advice and from representing themselves as licensed professionals. Providers must implement protocols to detect expressions of self-harm, suicidal ideation, or emotional distress and refer users to appropriate crisis services. The bill defines "provider" and "mental health advice" and authorizes the attorney general to enforce it.

SF2415 regulates artificial intelligence chatbots to protect users' mental health.

SF2415 mandates that artificial intelligence chatbots accessible in Iowa must disclose that they are not human and not a substitute for professional mental health care. It prohibits chatbots from offering or simulating professional mental health advice and from representing themselves as licensed professionals. Providers must implement protocols to detect expressions of self-harm, suicidal ideation, or emotional distress and refer users to appropriate crisis services. The bill defines "provider" and "mental health advice" and authorizes the attorney general to enforce it.