S2632
relative to the use of artificial intelligence and other software tools in healthcare decision-making
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Bill overview
This bill addresses the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and other software tools in healthcare decision-making within Massachusetts. It aims to establish guidelines and oversight for the implementation of these technologies to ensure patient safety and ethical considerations are prioritized. The legislation seeks to promote responsible innovation while safeguarding patient rights and maintaining human oversight in critical healthcare choices.
Key provisions
- Requires healthcare providers to disclose when AI is used in diagnosis or treatment.
- Establishes standards for the accuracy and reliability of AI tools used in healthcare.
- Mandates ongoing monitoring and evaluation of AI systems’ performance.
- Focuses on maintaining human oversight and accountability in healthcare decisions.
- Addresses data privacy and security concerns related to AI implementation.
- Promotes transparency in the use of AI within healthcare settings.
- Requires training for healthcare professionals on the use of AI tools.
- Creates a process for reporting and addressing potential biases in AI algorithms.
Who is affected
- Healthcare providers
- Patients
- Healthcare professionals
- Technology developers
- The healthcare industry
Notable changes
- The bill introduces guidelines for the use of AI in healthcare decision-making.
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Primary sponsor
the Internet and Cybersecurity Joint Committee on Advanced Information Technology
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Michael O. Moore
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Bill S.2632 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the use of artificial intelligence and other software tools in healthcare decision-making
Senate, October 16, 2025 -- The committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 46) of Michael O. Moore and James B. Eldridge for legislation relative to the use of artificial intelligence and other software tools in healthcare decision-making, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2632).
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Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.2632
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 10/16/2025 | Senate | Reported from the committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity |
| 10/16/2025 | Senate | New draft of S46 |
| 10/16/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 3/19/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Tuesday March 31, 2026 |
| 4/2/2026 | Senate | Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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