Missouri bills · 2026 Regular Session
Missouri SB 1444
Creates provisions relating to artificial intelligence in mental health
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- Patty Lewis (Democratic)
Summary
Official abstract published by the Missouri legislature· abstract
SCS/SB 1444 - The act provides that no person or entity that develops or deploys artificial intelligence (AI) shall advertise or represent to the public that the AI is or is able to act as a mental health professional, as defined in the act, or is capable of providing therapy services, psychotherapy services, or a mental health diagnosis.
A violation under the act shall be considered an unlawful practice under the Missouri Merchandising Practices Act.
The Attorney General shall enforce the provisions of the act. Any individual may report violations of the act to the Attorney General. If the Attorney General finds that a violation occurred, the Attorney General shall commence a civil action. If the court finds that a violation occurred, the court may grant relief as described in the act.
The act is substantially similar to provisions in HCS/HBs 1887, 2361, 1913, 2862 & 2321 (2026).
JULIA SHEVELEVA
Text versions
Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Dec 16, 2025 · Senate
Prefiled - Jan 7, 2026 · Senate
S First Read - Feb 5, 2026 · Senate
Second Read and Referred S General Laws Committee - Mar 4, 2026 · Senate
Hearing Conducted S General Laws Committee - Apr 7, 2026 · Senate
SCS Voted Do Pass S General Laws Committee (5255S.04C)