arbitration; divorce proceedings; artificial intelligence

HB 2371 allows divorce parties in Arizona to use AI-assisted arbitration only if both consent in writing about whether the outcome is binding or a recommendation, and they have no minor children together. It requires written consent that can be withdrawn anytime before a decision, and establishes a 20-day appeal window to superior court for binding AI decisions, where courts review the case de novo (from scratch) without considering the AI process. The bill defines "AI-assisted arbitration" as a system applying law to disclosed facts to generate divorce-related recommendations or binding decisions, clarifying it is not a legal entity. This bill directly affects divorce litigants seeking alternative dispute resolution, with no minor children involved, and would change how AI tools can be integrated into family court proceedings.