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State Legislative Trends in Artificial Intelligence and Health (2023-2025)

Subject:
Health Care & Health Insurance
Published:
January 30, 2026
Agency:
Legislative Council Staff

This memo analyzes the rapid growth of state legislation regarding artificial intelligence (AI) and health, which surged from 15 bills introduced in 2023 to 168 bills introduced in 2025. Based on data from the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL), at least 41 states have introduced 247 health and AI bills addressing topics ranging from private sector use to government use. This overview presents annual trends to illustrate the complexities of regulating AI for health.