NV AB406

Public schools in Nevada prohibited from using AI to perform mental health-related functions of school counselors, psychologists, or social workers, though AI may still be used for administrative tasks like scheduling and record management

Department of Education required to develop a policy governing AI use by school mental health personnel, including methods to examine accuracy and efficacy of any AI tools used

AI providers prohibited from offering systems in Nevada that are specifically programmed to provide professional mental or behavioral health care, or from making representations that AI systems are capable of providing such care; violations subject to civil penalties up to $15,000 per violation

Licensed mental health providers prohibited from using AI systems to directly provide care to patients, though AI may be used for administrative support tasks such as scheduling, billing, and managing records

Unlicensed persons prohibited from representing themselves as qualified to provide mental health care using titles like "therapist," "counselor," or similar terms; effective date July 1, 2025