MA AI Healthcare Act
Massachusetts Act Relative to the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare Decision-Making (SB 2632)
Prohibits AI from making independent therapeutic decisions in mental or behavioral health settings. Requires licensed professional review of all AI treatment plans and patient interactions.
Jurisdiction
Massachusetts
Enacted
Pending
Effective
TBD
Enforcement
Massachusetts Department of Public Health; relevant professional licensing boards
Reported favorably by Senate Committee on Advanced Information Technology on October 16, 2025. Referred to Joint Committee on Health Care Financing. 194th General Court.
Massachusetts General CourtWhy It Matters
Sets clear boundaries for AI role in mental health. Similar to Pennsylvania HB 1993 and Illinois WOPR Act. Establishes human-in-the-loop requirement for therapeutic AI.
Recent Developments
Committee reported favorably October 2025. Part of broader healthcare AI regulation package. Still in legislative process as of January 2026.
At a Glance
Applies to
Harms addressed
Requires
Who Must Comply
- Healthcare providers using AI in Massachusetts
- Mental health practitioners
- Behavioral health service providers
- AI system developers offering mental health services
Safety Provisions
- AI cannot make independent therapeutic decisions
- Licensed professional must review all AI treatment plans
- Human oversight required for all AI patient interactions in behavioral health
- Applies specifically to mental and behavioral health settings
Compliance & Enforcement
Penalties
license revocation
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Cite This
APA
Massachusetts. (n.d.). Massachusetts Act Relative to the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare Decision-Making (SB 2632).
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Last updated January 23, 2026. Verify against primary sources before relying on this information.