TO PROHIBIT HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS AND HEALTHCARE INSURERS FROM USING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN THE DELIVERY OF HEALTHCARE SERVICES OR THE GENERATION OF MEDICAL RECORDS UNLESS CERTAIN REQUIREMENTS ARE MET.

HB 1816 prohibits Arkansas healthcare providers and insurers from using artificial intelligence in delivering healthcare services or creating medical records without specific approvals. It requires AI systems to first receive U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval and pass verification by an independent quality assurance laboratory for accuracy, safety, and ethics. The bill directly affects hospitals, clinics, insurance companies, and any entity providing healthcare services in Arkansas. It does not apply to dental-only plans, workers' compensation, or other excluded coverage types. Note: The bill was introduced on March 17, 2025, but was withdrawn by the author on April 14, 2025, and did not become law.