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GA SB444Private Review Agents; certain decisions with regard to the provision of insurance coverage for healthcare services shall not be based solely on artificial intelligence systems; provide
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
Crossed Over
02/11/2026
02/11/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Chapter 46 of Title 33 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to certification of private review agents, so as to provide that certain decisions with regard to the provision of insurance coverage for healthcare services shall not be based solely on artificial intelligence systems, artificial intelligence, or other software tools; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill establishes new rules for how private review agents, which are entities that review insurance coverage for healthcare services, can use artificial intelligence (AI) and similar software tools. "Artificial intelligence" is defined as a system that can make predictions, recommendations, or decisions based on human-defined goals, and an "artificial intelligence system" encompasses any technology that uses AI. While these systems can be used to automate tasks and assist in decision-making, the bill explicitly states that they cannot be the *only* reason for denying insurance coverage for a healthcare service and cannot override the professional judgment of a human medical expert. This change, which takes effect on January 1, 2027, aims to ensure that human oversight remains central to decisions about healthcare coverage, even as technology advances.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
House Second Readers (on 02/17/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72666 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/242365 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/241022 |
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