Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2197: AN ACT RELATING TO BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE, DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AND HOSPITALS -- OVERSIGHT OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TECHNOLOGY IN MENTAL HEALTH CARE ACT
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2197 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE, DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AND HOSPITALS -- OVERSIGHT OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TECHNOLOGY IN MENTAL HEALTH CARE ACT. Primary sponsor: Stefano Famiglietti (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Thomas Paolino (Republican), Victoria Gu (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Sam Zurier (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 22, 2026): 06/22/2026 Signed by Governor.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Establishes regulations regarding the use of artificial intelligence in mental health care treatments.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stefano Famiglietti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Thomas Paolino | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 17 |
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/22/2026 Signed by Governor
- 06/18/2026 Transmitted to Governor
- 06/08/2026 House passed Sub A as amended in concurrence
- 06/05/2026 Placed on House Calendar (06/08/2026)
- 06/04/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A as amended in concurrence
- 06/02/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/04/2026)
- 05/22/2026 Referred to House Health & Human Services
- 05/21/2026 Senate passed Sub A as amended (floor amendment)
- 05/15/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (05/21/2026)
- 05/14/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 05/13/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 05/12/2026 Scheduled for consideration (05/14/2026)
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