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Illinois legislation limiting use of AI in therapy services enacted

By Amy Miller ( August 4, 2025, 23:45 GMT | Insight) -- Illinois legislation limiting the use of artificial intelligence-powered chatbots as a replacement for a human therapist has been signed into law by Governor JB Pritzger. The Wellness and Oversight for Psychological Resources Act will prohibit anyone from using AI to provide mental health services, while allowing licensed behavioral health professionals to use AI for administrative and support services.  Illinois legislation limiting the use of artificial intelligence-powered chatbots as a replacement for a human therapist has been enacted by Gov. JB Pritzger....

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