House Bill 1470, also known as Senate Bill 1580, amends the Tennessee Code Annotated to address the use of artificial intelligence in the mental health field. A new section, 33-1-205, prohibits individuals or entities that develop or deploy artificial intelligence systems from advertising or representing these systems as qualified mental health professionals. Violations of this provision are classified as unfair or deceptive acts under the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977, with a specified civil penalty of $5,000 per violation.

Additionally, the bill amends Section 47-18-104(b) of the Tennessee Code Annotated to include violations of the new section 33-1-205 as a specific offense under the Consumer Protection Act. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, ensuring that the public welfare is prioritized in the regulation of artificial intelligence in mental health services.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 47-18-104(b), 47-18-104