Technology (Artificial Intelligence)

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Feb 4, 2026

SB 939: Establishing the Office of Transformation and Opportunity and the Artificial Intelligence, Data Center and Emerging Technology Regulatory Sandbox Program; and providing for powers and duties of office and for permits for high impact data centers that have their own power.

SB 939 establishes Pennsylvania's Office of Transformation and Opportunity and creates a regulatory sandbox program for artificial intelligence, data centers, and emerging technologies. It defines "high impact data centers" as facilities with 50+ megawatts of critical power, requiring owners to notify the office when they meet this threshold. The bill standardizes local regulations to prevent stricter rules for these facilities than for other industrial uses, ensuring permitting reviews occur within 30 days for complete applications. It also creates a testing program allowing businesses to trial new technologies under temporary regulatory flexibility while requiring consumer protections and annual reports to the legislature.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyCreates regulatory sandbox for AI/data centers, standardizes regulations to facilitate tech development, aligns with pro-innovation policy framework95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Emerging Technology

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 20, 2025

HB 1625: An Act establishing the Keystone Artificial Intelligence Authority within the Department of Community and Economic Development; providing for the duties of authority and its governing board; providing for duties of other entities; establishing the Artificial Intelligence Permitting System Pilot Program within the Department of Environmental Protection; establishing the Keystone Artificial Intelligence Development Fund; and providing for sovereign immunity.

HB 1625 would create the Keystone Artificial Intelligence Authority within the Department of Community and Economic Development to develop and oversee AI policy. It establishes an AI Permitting System Pilot Program under the Department of Environmental Protection for reviewing AI projects and creates the Keystone AI Development Fund to support AI innovation. These provisions would directly affect state agencies implementing the Authority, the pilot program, and the fund, primarily impacting businesses and developers engaging with AI systems requiring permits. The bill focuses on structural changes for AI governance rather than regulating specific AI uses.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyCreates AI Authority, Permitting Pilot, and Development Fund to foster AI innovation and policy, directly advancing AI technology development.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Sep 10, 2025

HB 1857: An Act requiring business entities to disclose the use of artificial intelligence in certain consumer interactions; establishing the right of consumers to human review in high-impact decisions; and providing for enforcement by Attorney General.

HB 1857 requires businesses to disclose when they use artificial intelligence in specific consumer interactions, such as loan applications or medical consultations. It gives consumers the right to request a human review for decisions that significantly impact them, like denials of services or critical financial actions. The Attorney General would enforce these requirements, including potential penalties for noncompliance. This bill directly affects businesses using AI in consumer-facing services and empowers consumers with transparency and review options.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires human review in medical consultations, protecting patient rights in AI-driven healthcare decisions85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires AI disclosure and human review rights, enhancing consumer protection in AI-driven decisions per bill summary95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Sep 29, 2025

HR 331: A Resolution recognizing the exclusive constitutional authority of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court to regulate the practice of law in this Commonwealth and urging the Court to adopt safeguards governing the use of artificial intelligence by attorneys and judges.

This resolution recognizes the Pennsylvania Supreme Court's exclusive authority to regulate the practice of law in the state. It specifically urges the Court to adopt safeguards for how attorneys and judges use artificial intelligence in their work. The resolution does not create new laws but formally requests the Court take action on AI oversight. It directly affects the Pennsylvania Supreme Court and legal professionals practicing within the state. (Note: As a resolution, it is procedural and non-binding.)

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyUrges Pennsylvania Supreme Court to adopt AI safeguards for legal professionals, promoting responsible oversight in technology use within the judiciary.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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passed · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 12, 2026

SB 806: An Act providing for unfair methods of competition and for enforcement and penalties.

SB 806 amends Pennsylvania's Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law to require businesses and creators to clearly disclose when content (such as text, images, audio, or video) is generated by artificial intelligence before presenting it to consumers. The bill defines "clear and conspicuous" disclosure as requiring the notice to be easily noticeable in size, color, location, and duration - without being hidden, contradicted, or obscured by other information. This applies to all AI-generated content distributed to consumers, including online posts, ads, or product descriptions. The law takes effect 60 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates clear AI content disclosure to prevent consumer deception, aligning with digital rights and data privacy protections under consumer protection law.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Oct 24, 2025

HB 1993: An Act providing for the use of artificial intelligence in mental health therapy and for enforcement.

HB 1993 establishes standards and oversight requirements for mental health professionals using artificial intelligence tools in therapy. It directly affects licensed therapists, clinics, and their patients by mandating safety protocols, data privacy safeguards, and regular audits for AI therapy platforms. The bill requires licensing boards to develop enforcement mechanisms, including penalties for non-compliance, and sets criteria for AI tool certification. Referred to the Professional Licensure committee, the bill aims to regulate AI integration while prioritizing patient safety and ethical practice.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates safety protocols, data privacy, and AI certification for mental health therapy, protecting patients and strengthening service standards within healthcare.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates data privacy safeguards, safety protocols, and oversight for AI therapy tools, aligning with privacy protection and consumer safety indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Mental Health Artificial Intelligence Data Privacy

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 25, 2026

HB 1925: An Act amending Titles 35 (Health and Safety), 40 (Insurance) and 67 (Public Welfare) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for artificial intelligence in facilities, for artificial intelligence use by insurers and for artificial intelligence use by MA or CHIP managed care plans; imposing duties on the Department of Health, the Insurance Department and the Department of Human Services; and imposing penalties.

HB 1925 regulates how healthcare facilities, insurance companies, and Medicaid/CHIP managed care plans can use artificial intelligence. It requires the Department of Health, Insurance Department, and Department of Human Services to create rules for AI safety and transparency in these sectors. The bill imposes penalties for failing to comply with these new requirements. It directly affects providers and insurers operating in Pennsylvania's health and insurance systems.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRegulates AI safety/transparency in healthcare facilities/insurers, imposing penalties to protect patient rights and system integrity per bill's requirements.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRegulates AI use in healthcare/insurance with safety/transparency rules, protecting consumers from misuse per bill's requirements and penalties.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Medicaid Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jul 1, 2026

HB 2006: An Act providing for safety regarding artificial intelligence in companionship applications; and imposing a penalty.

HB 2006 requires developers of artificial intelligence applications designed for companionship (such as chatbots for elderly care or mental health support) to implement specific safety standards. It directly affects technology companies creating these AI tools by mandating safeguards against harmful outputs or privacy breaches. The bill establishes a penalty system, including fines, for developers who fail to meet the required safety measures. This legislation aims to protect users interacting with AI companions through concrete regulatory requirements, not speculative outcomes.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates safety standards for AI companionship apps to prevent privacy breaches and harmful outputs, directly protecting user data privacy as required by the bill.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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passed · Pennsylvania · Senate Mar 18, 2026

SB 1090: An Act providing for disclosures and safeguards relating to the use of artificial intelligence; and imposing duties on the Attorney General.

Based solely on the provided title and committee actions, SB 1090 aims to establish disclosure requirements and safeguards for artificial intelligence systems, with specific duties assigned to the Attorney General. It would directly affect organizations developing or deploying AI tools, requiring them to provide certain disclosures and adhere to safety measures. The bill's key mechanisms involve mandating transparency about AI use and creating an enforcement role for the Attorney General, though the exact scope of disclosures and safeguards is not detailed in the context. The bill is currently in early committee review (Communications & Technology) with no further details on specific provisions available in the provided information.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates AI transparency and safety safeguards, aligning with data privacy and cybersecurity protections for consumers.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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