Establishes regulations for using artificial intelligence in mental health care treatments in Rhode Island.

The bill establishes regulations for the use of artificial intelligence in mental health care treatments in Rhode Island. It prohibits licensed professionals from using AI to make independent therapeutic decisions, directly interact with clients, generate therapeutic recommendations, or detect emotions or mental states. AI can only be used with written consent from the patient or their representative, and only for administrative or supplementary support tasks. The bill excludes religious counseling, peer support, and self-help materials from its scope.

Establishes regulations for using artificial intelligence in mental health care treatments in Rhode Island.

The bill establishes regulations for the use of artificial intelligence in mental health care treatments in Rhode Island. It prohibits licensed professionals from using AI to make independent therapeutic decisions, directly interact with clients, generate therapeutic recommendations, or detect emotions or mental states. AI can only be used with written consent from the patient or their representative, and only for administrative or supplementary support tasks. The bill excludes religious counseling, peer support, and self-help materials from its scope.