KY HB455

Prohibits AI from directly interacting with therapy clients, making independent therapeutic decisions, generating treatment plans without licensed professional review, or detecting emotions/mental states

Requires written informed consent from patients before licensed mental health professionals can use AI to record or transcribe therapy sessions, specifying what AI tools will be used and their purpose

Restricts therapy and psychotherapy services in Kentucky to licensed professionals only, banning unlicensed AI-powered therapy services offered to the public, including internet-based AI therapy

Establishes civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation, assessed by the Department of Professional Licensing after a hearing, with payment due within 60 days

Exempts religious counseling, peer support services, and publicly available self-help/educational materials from the Act's requirements; takes effect immediately as emergency legislation