AN ACT RELATING TO BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- WELLNESS AND OVERSIGHT FOR PSYCHOLOGICAL RESOURCES ACT
04/02/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Summary
The bill adds a new chapter to Rhode Island’s business and professions laws to protect people seeking therapy by allowing only licensed clinicians to deliver those services. It permits AI tools for administrative or supplemental tasks, but any AI that records or transcribes a session must be disclosed and consented to. The measure aims to prevent unqualified or AI‑only providers while still allowing community and faith‑based support.
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