AB 406 requires public schools to post mental health resources online and hold quarterly mental health education assemblies for students. It bans public schools from using artificial intelligence to perform counseling duties related to student mental health and prohibits unlicensed individuals from claiming expertise in mental or behavioral health care. The bill also deems absences for mental health reasons (including bullying, bereavement, or mental distress) as approved, credits these absences toward attendance requirements, and prevents denial of credit/promotion for students meeting academic standards despite such absences. These changes directly affect public school students, staff, and mental health providers in Nevada.
AB 295 shortens health insurers' response times for prior authorization requests: 5 days for non-urgent care and 48 hours for urgent care. It requires insurers to clearly explain denials to patients and providers, extends approval validity to 12 months for chronic conditions, and mandates transparency about AI use in decisions (including physician review for denials). Insurers must also submit annual reports on prior authorization requests to state agencies, which will publish the data online. The bill applies to all health insurers, including Medicaid and CHIP programs, and imposes penalties for noncompliance.
AB 73 requires any election-related communication (such as ads supporting candidates or soliciting donations) that uses synthetic media - like AI-generated images, videos, or audio - to clearly disclose that the content has been manipulated. This disclosure must appear in a visible, readable format (e.g., text size matching other content in videos, spoken at key points in audio) and include the exact phrase "This (image/video/audio) has been manipulated." It applies to campaigns, political committees, and parties, with exemptions for low-cost items like clothing under $5. Violations could result in civil penalties up to $50,000 for disclosure failures or $10,000 for failing to file copies with the Secretary of State.
SB 128 modifies healthcare coverage rules to protect patients from automated denials and improve access to information about stem cell treatments. It prohibits health insurers (including Medicaid, CHIP, and public employee plans) from using AI or automated tools to deny, modify, or reduce coverage for prior authorization requests, requiring human review by qualified healthcare professionals instead. The bill also mandates that doctors discuss stem cell therapy options with patients diagnosed with conditions like arthritis or osteoarthritis, and inform new primary care patients about stem cell donation, banking, or storage options during their first visit. These changes directly affect patients seeking coverage, healthcare providers, and insurers operating in Nevada.
SB 186 requires Nevada medical facilities and providers using generative artificial intelligence (AI) to create written or verbal communications about a patient’s clinical care to include two specific elements: a clear disclaimer stating the communication was AI-generated, and instructions on how to contact a real provider for assistance. It specifies where disclaimers must appear (e.g., prominently at the start of written messages, throughout chat-based telehealth, or at both ends of audio calls). Communications reviewed and approved by a healthcare provider before sharing with patients are exempt from these requirements. The law applies to all medical facilities and providers covered under Nevada’s existing healthcare regulations, with enforcement through standard disciplinary actions for noncompliance.
AB 271 prohibits the use of artificial intelligence in voting equipment, ballot processing, and counting systems. It requires disclosures for any AI-generated election-related content (e.g., ads advocating for candidates or ballot measures) and bans the distribution of deceptive deepfakes of candidates within 90 days of an election, with limited exceptions for news coverage, satire, and verified disclaimers. The bill directly affects election technology vendors, political advertisers, and content creators, mandating transparency and restricting AI-generated misinformation during elections. Key provisions define "synthetic media" and "deceptive deepfakes" to clarify enforcement.
AB 537 requires Nevada's Department of Taxation to inform taxpayers when they are interacting with artificial intelligence during tax administration, collection, or disciplinary actions. It clarifies that all records generated by AI used by the department - such as tax filings or communications - are protected as confidential and privileged, same as human-created records. This directly affects taxpayers engaging with the department about taxes, fees, or disciplinary matters. The law ensures transparency about AI use while maintaining the confidentiality of all tax-related information, whether created by humans or AI.
SB 199 requires AI companies in Nevada to register with the Bureau of Consumer Protection and comply with specific regulations. It mandates that AI-generated legal documents be reviewed by a licensed attorney before use, prohibits using AI-generated human images for paid services, and requires social media platforms to obtain user opt-in before using search data to train AI systems. The bill also directs employers to report AI-related job losses, mandates county recorders to verify identities against AI fraud, and requires law enforcement agencies to develop AI usage policies. These provisions directly affect AI developers, legal service providers, social media platforms, employers, and government agencies operating within Nevada.
AB 325 requires state and local emergency management plans to ensure final decisions about emergency response and resource allocation are made by people, not artificial intelligence. It also prohibits public utilities from using AI alone to decide whether to cut power or water during disasters. The bill defines "artificial intelligence" as systems that make predictions or decisions influencing environments based on human objectives. These rules apply to all government emergency plans and utility service decisions during declared disasters or emergencies.
