AL SB63 – Health Care Plans; To Regulate The Use of Artificial Intelligence in Determinations of Coverage

ALLawState

Date Passed

4/17/2026

Effective Date

10/1/2026

Summary

Regulates the use of artificial intelligence by insurers in making determinations of coverage under health benefit plans, including requirements related to clinical review, disclosures, and annual certification.

Healthcare Implications

Directly constrains payer use of artificial intelligence in utilization review and coverage determinations. Health plans must maintain clinical oversight and documentation, while providers and patients gain added protection against algorithm-only decisions.

Impact Level

High

Keywords

Safety & Risk; Transparency & Governance; Clinical Quality & Efficacy

Stakeholders

Payers & Purchasers; Providers & Health Systems; Patients & Public; Regulators & Government