Gov. JB Pritzker (D-IL) signed legislation into law Monday that banned artificial intelligence services from providing mental health counseling.
The Wellness and Oversight for Psychological Resources law will fine mental health professionals and AI companies up to $10,000 if they use artificial intelligence in mental health counseling services, therapeutic decision-making, and diagnosing users. Mental health professionals can continue using AI for administrative tasks such as note-taking.
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