TN AI Mental Health Prohibition
Tennessee AI Mental Health Professional Prohibition (SB 1580 / HB 1470)
Prohibits any individual or entity that develops or deploys AI from advertising or representing that the AI is or is able to act as a mental health professional or is capable of providing therapy services.
Jurisdiction
Tennessee
Enacted
Pending
Effective
Jul 1, 2026
Enforcement
Tennessee Attorney General
Enrolled and signed. Effective July 1, 2026.
Tennessee General AssemblyWhy It Matters
First standalone state prohibition on AI systems claiming to be mental health professionals or advertising therapy capabilities. Establishes consumer protection framework against misleading AI mental health marketing.
Recent Developments
Passed Senate unanimously 32-0 on February 9, 2026. Companion bill SB 1444 also filed with identical provisions.
At a Glance
Applies to
Harms addressed
Requires
Who Must Comply
- Developers of AI systems
- Deployers of AI systems
- Entities marketing AI for mental health purposes
Obligations fall on:
Safety Provisions
- Prohibits AI from being advertised as a mental health professional
- Prohibits AI from being represented as capable of providing therapy services
- Violations treated as unlawful practice under Tennessee Consumer Protection Act
Compliance & Enforcement
Penalties
$5K/violation
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Focus Areas
Cite This
APA
Tennessee. (2026). Tennessee AI Mental Health Professional Prohibition (SB 1580 / HB 1470).
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Last updated August 2, 2026. Verify against primary sources before relying on this information.