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Virginia · SB269 · 2026 session

Mental health service providers; definitions, use of artificial intelligence system, civil penalty.

EngrossedContinued to next session in Communications, Technology and Innovation (Voice Vote) · Mar 2, 2026

In plain language

Permits mental health service providers to use artificial intelligence systems to assist with therapy or counseling as long as the provider retains full responsibility for all interactions, outputs, and data use, and prohibits AI systems from providing therapy or counseling without a mental health provider involved. Records must comply with health-records privacy law, with exceptions for religious counseling, peer support, and self-help or educational materials; violations carry a civil penalty of up to $10,000.

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Legislative history

18 actions · newest first
  1. Mar 2, 2026HouseContinued to next session in Communications, Technology and Innovation (Voice Vote)
  2. Feb 11, 2026SenateFiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB269)
  3. Feb 6, 2026HouseReferred to Committee on Communications, Technology and Innovation
  4. Feb 6, 2026HouseRead first time
  5. Feb 6, 2026HousePlaced on Calendar
  6. Feb 3, 2026SenateRead third time and passed Senate (39-Y 0-N 0-A)