The following words and phrases when used in this chapter shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise: "Artificial intelligenceArtificial intelligence"Artificial intelligence." As defined in 18 Pa.C.S. § 3131(g) (relating to unlawful dissemination of intimate image).12 Pa.C.S. § 7102." As defined in 18 Pa.C.S. § 3131(g) (relating to unlawful dissemination of intimate image). "Artificial intelligence technologyArtificial intelligence technology"Artificial intelligence technology." A computer system, application or other product that uses or incorporates one or more forms of artificial intelligence.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102." A computer system, application or other product that uses or incorporates one or more forms of artificial intelligenceArtificial intelligence"Artificial intelligence." As defined in 18 Pa.C.S. § 3131(g) (relating to unlawful dissemination of intimate image).12 Pa.C.S. § 7102. "BureauBureau"Bureau." The Bureau of Consumer Protection in the Office of Attorney General.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102." The BureauBureau"Bureau." The Bureau of Consumer Protection in the Office of Attorney General.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 of ConsumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 Protection in the Office of Attorney General. "ChatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technologyArtificial intelligence technology"Artificial intelligence technology." A computer system, application or other product that uses or incorporates one or more forms of artificial intelligence.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligenceGenerative artificial intelligence"Generative artificial intelligence." As defined in 18 Pa.C.S. § 3131(g).12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 to engage in interactive conversations with a consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102. (ii) A supplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 to help a consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health careMental health care"Mental health care." Any care, treatment, service or procedure to maintain, diagnose, treat or provide for mental health, including any medication program and therapeutic treatment.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technologyArtificial intelligence technology"Artificial intelligence technology." A computer system, application or other product that uses or incorporates one or more forms of artificial intelligence.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professionalMental health professional"Mental health professional." As follows: (1) An individual who is licensed, certified or otherwise authorized in accordance with the laws of this Commonwealth to administer or provide mental health care in the ordinary course of business or practice of a profession. (2) The term includes: (i) Any of the following, as defined in section 2 of the act of December 20, 1985 (P.L.457, No.112), known as the Medical Practice Act of 1985: (A) A physician. (B) A physician assistant. (ii) An advance practice professional as defined in section 2 of the act of May 31, 2018 (P.L.123, No.25), known as the Outpatient Psychiatric Oversight Act. (iii) An individual licensed as a psychologist in accordance with the act of March 23, 1972 (P.L.136, No.52), known as the Professional Psychologists Practice Act. (iv) Any of the following, as defined in section 2 of the act of May 22, 1951 (P.L.317, No.69), known as The Professional Nursing Law: (A) A certified registered nurse practitioner. (B) A clinical nurse specialist. (v) Any of the following, as defined in section 3 of the act of July 9, 1987 (P.L.220, No.39), known as the Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors Act: (A) A licensed associate marriage and family therapist. (B) A licensed associate professional counselor. (C) A licensed bachelor social worker. (D) A licensed clinical social worker. (E) A licensed marriage and family therapist. (F) A licensed professional counselor. (G) A licensed social worker. (H) A social worker. (vi) An addictions counselor who is licensed, certified or otherwise authorized to staff drug and alcohol treatment projects and provide services regarding substance abuse and recovery, in accordance with 28 Pa. Code Pt. V (relating to Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs) and the laws of this Commonwealth.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102. "ConsumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102. "Consumer inputConsumer input"Consumer input." Content provided to a chatbot by a consumer.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102." Content provided to a chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 by a consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102. "Covered entityCovered entity"Covered entity." As defined in 45 CFR 160.103 (relating to definitions).12 Pa.C.S. § 7102." As defined in 45 CFR 160.103 (relating to definitions). "Generative artificial intelligenceGenerative artificial intelligence"Generative artificial intelligence." As defined in 18 Pa.C.S. § 3131(g).12 Pa.C.S. § 7102." As defined in 18 Pa.C.S. § 3131(g). "Health care providerHealth care provider"Health care provider." As follows: (1) A person, corporation, facility, institution or other entity licensed, certified or approved by the Commonwealth to provide health care or professional medical services. (2) The term includes a physician, chiropractor, optometrist, professional nurse, certified nurse-midwife, podiatrist, hospital, nursing home, ambulatory surgical center and birth center.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102." As follows: (1) A person, corporation, facility, institution or other entity licensed, certified or approved by the Commonwealth to provide health care or professional medical services. (2) The term includes a physician, chiropractor, optometrist, professional nurse, certified nurse-midwife, podiatrist, hospital, nursing home, ambulatory surgical center and birth center. "Health planHealth plan"Health plan." As defined in 45 CFR 160.103.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102." As defined in 45 CFR 160.103. "Individually identifiable health informationIndividually identifiable health information"Individually identifiable health information." Information, whether oral or recorded in any form or medium, that relates to the physical or mental health or condition of an individual.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102." Information, whether oral or recorded in any form or medium, that relates to the physical or mental health or condition of an individual. "Mental health careMental health care"Mental health care." Any care, treatment, service or procedure to maintain, diagnose, treat or provide for mental health, including any medication program and therapeutic treatment.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102." Any care, treatment, service or procedure to maintain, diagnose, treat or provide for mental health, including any medication program and therapeutic treatment. "Mental health professionalMental health professional"Mental health professional." As follows: (1) An individual who is licensed, certified or otherwise authorized in accordance with the laws of this Commonwealth to administer or provide mental health care in the ordinary course of business or practice of a profession. (2) The term includes: (i) Any of the following, as defined in section 2 of the act of December 20, 1985 (P.L.457, No.112), known as the Medical Practice Act of 1985: (A) A physician. (B) A physician assistant. (ii) An advance practice professional as defined in section 2 of the act of May 31, 2018 (P.L.123, No.25), known as the Outpatient Psychiatric Oversight Act. (iii) An individual licensed as a psychologist in accordance with the act of March 23, 1972 (P.L.136, No.52), known as the Professional Psychologists Practice Act. (iv) Any of the following, as defined in section 2 of the act of May 22, 1951 (P.L.317, No.69), known as The Professional Nursing Law: (A) A certified registered nurse practitioner. (B) A clinical nurse specialist. (v) Any of the following, as defined in section 3 of the act of July 9, 1987 (P.L.220, No.39), known as the Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors Act: (A) A licensed associate marriage and family therapist. (B) A licensed associate professional counselor. (C) A licensed bachelor social worker. (D) A licensed clinical social worker. (E) A licensed marriage and family therapist. (F) A licensed professional counselor. (G) A licensed social worker. (H) A social worker. (vi) An addictions counselor who is licensed, certified or otherwise authorized to staff drug and alcohol treatment projects and provide services regarding substance abuse and recovery, in accordance with 28 Pa. Code Pt. V (relating to Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs) and the laws of this Commonwealth.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102." As follows: (1) An individual who is licensed, certified or otherwise authorized in accordance with the laws of this Commonwealth to administer or provide mental health careMental health care"Mental health care." Any care, treatment, service or procedure to maintain, diagnose, treat or provide for mental health, including any medication program and therapeutic treatment.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 in the ordinary course of business or practice of a profession. (2) The term includes: [extensive enumeration of licensed professionals]. "OperatorOperator"Operator." An individual or entity, including a corporation, partnership, limited liability company, business trust, estate, foundation, association, organization or trust, or an agent or subsidiary thereof, that offers the use of or provides a chatbot to a consumer, if the chatbot is bought from or otherwise provided by a supplier.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102." An individual or entity, including a corporation, partnership, limited liability company, business trust, estate, foundation, association, organization or trust, or an agent or subsidiary thereof, that offers the use of or provides a chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 to a consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102, if the chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 is bought from or otherwise provided by a supplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102. "SupplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 regarding a chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102. (2) The term includes an operatorOperator"Operator." An individual or entity, including a corporation, partnership, limited liability company, business trust, estate, foundation, association, organization or trust, or an agent or subsidiary thereof, that offers the use of or provides a chatbot to a consumer, if the chatbot is bought from or otherwise provided by a supplier.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102.

(a)–(b)–(c)–(d) 1 Prohibition.--Except as provided under subsections (b) and (c), a supplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 may not sell to or share with a third party the following: (1) Individually identifiable health information of a consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102. (2) Consumer inputConsumer input"Consumer input." Content provided to a chatbot by a consumer.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102. (b) Applicability.--The prohibition under subsection (a) shall not apply if: (1) Either: (i) A health care providerHealth care provider"Health care provider." As follows: (1) A person, corporation, facility, institution or other entity licensed, certified or approved by the Commonwealth to provide health care or professional medical services. (2) The term includes a physician, chiropractor, optometrist, professional nurse, certified nurse-midwife, podiatrist, hospital, nursing home, ambulatory surgical center and birth center.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 requests access to the individually identifiable health information of the consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 and the consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 consents to the access in accordance with subsection (d). (ii) The consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 requests that a health planHealth plan"Health plan." As defined in 45 CFR 160.103.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 be provided access to the individually identifiable health information of the consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 and the consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 consents to the access in accordance with subsection (d). (2) The individually identifiable health informationIndividually identifiable health information"Individually identifiable health information." Information, whether oral or recorded in any form or medium, that relates to the physical or mental health or condition of an individual.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 is shared in accordance with subsection (c). (c) Sharing information.-- (1) A supplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 may share a consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102's individually identifiable health informationIndividually identifiable health information"Individually identifiable health information." Information, whether oral or recorded in any form or medium, that relates to the physical or mental health or condition of an individual.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 if: (i) the sharing of the information is necessary to ensure the effective functionality of the chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 with a third party with which the supplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 has a contract related to the functionality; and (ii) the consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 consents to the sharing of the information in accordance with subsection (d). (2) When sharing information in accordance with this subsection, the supplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 and the third party shall comply with all applicable privacy and security provisions of 45 CFR Pts. 160 (relating to general administrative requirements) and 164 (relating to security and privacy), as if the supplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 were a covered entityCovered entity"Covered entity." As defined in 45 CFR 160.103 (relating to definitions).12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 and the third party were a business associate. (d) Consent.-- (1) A consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 may consent to access to individually identifiable health information of the consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 by a health care providerHealth care provider"Health care provider." As follows: (1) A person, corporation, facility, institution or other entity licensed, certified or approved by the Commonwealth to provide health care or professional medical services. (2) The term includes a physician, chiropractor, optometrist, professional nurse, certified nurse-midwife, podiatrist, hospital, nursing home, ambulatory surgical center and birth center.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 or health planHealth plan"Health plan." As defined in 45 CFR 160.103.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 in accordance with this section. (2) To be effective, the consent under this subsection must: (i) Be in writing. (ii) Acknowledge that the consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 understands and agrees to the access of the individually identifiable health information of the consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 by a health care providerHealth care provider"Health care provider." As follows: (1) A person, corporation, facility, institution or other entity licensed, certified or approved by the Commonwealth to provide health care or professional medical services. (2) The term includes a physician, chiropractor, optometrist, professional nurse, certified nurse-midwife, podiatrist, hospital, nursing home, ambulatory surgical center and birth center.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 or health planHealth plan"Health plan." As defined in 45 CFR 160.103.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102. (3) The consent under this subsection may involve the consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 initialing or signing the acknowledgment described in paragraph (2)(ii), checking a box, providing an electronic signature or hitting a button.

(a)(1) 2 SupplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102.--A supplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 may not: (1) Use a chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 to advertise a specific product or service to a consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 in a conversation between the consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 and the chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102.

(a)(2) 3 Use consumer inputConsumer input"Consumer input." Content provided to a chatbot by a consumer.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 to: (i) Determine whether to display an advertisement for a product or service to the consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102, unless the advertisement is for the chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 itself. (ii) Determine a product, service or category of product or service to advertise to the consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102. (iii) Customize how an advertisement is presented to the consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102.

(b) Construction.--This section shall not be construed to prohibit a chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 from recommending a consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 to seek counseling, therapy or other assistance from a mental health professionalMental health professional"Mental health professional." As follows: (1) An individual who is licensed, certified or otherwise authorized in accordance with the laws of this Commonwealth to administer or provide mental health care in the ordinary course of business or practice of a profession. (2) The term includes: (i) Any of the following, as defined in section 2 of the act of December 20, 1985 (P.L.457, No.112), known as the Medical Practice Act of 1985: (A) A physician. (B) A physician assistant. (ii) An advance practice professional as defined in section 2 of the act of May 31, 2018 (P.L.123, No.25), known as the Outpatient Psychiatric Oversight Act. (iii) An individual licensed as a psychologist in accordance with the act of March 23, 1972 (P.L.136, No.52), known as the Professional Psychologists Practice Act. (iv) Any of the following, as defined in section 2 of the act of May 22, 1951 (P.L.317, No.69), known as The Professional Nursing Law: (A) A certified registered nurse practitioner. (B) A clinical nurse specialist. (v) Any of the following, as defined in section 3 of the act of July 9, 1987 (P.L.220, No.39), known as the Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors Act: (A) A licensed associate marriage and family therapist. (B) A licensed associate professional counselor. (C) A licensed bachelor social worker. (D) A licensed clinical social worker. (E) A licensed marriage and family therapist. (F) A licensed professional counselor. (G) A licensed social worker. (H) A social worker. (vi) An addictions counselor who is licensed, certified or otherwise authorized to staff drug and alcohol treatment projects and provide services regarding substance abuse and recovery, in accordance with 28 Pa. Code Pt. V (relating to Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs) and the laws of this Commonwealth.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102.

(a) 4 Policy required.-- (1) Subject to paragraph (2), a supplier of a chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 shall develop, implement and maintain a written policy containing disclosures regarding the chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 in accordance with subsection (c). (2) In complying with paragraph (1), a supplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 shall protect any trade secret or other proprietary information regarding the chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102.

(b) 5 Consent required.-- (1) Before accessing the features of a chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 or entering the chat page of a chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102, a consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 must acknowledge that the consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 has read, understands and consents to the policy described under subsection (a) and the purpose, capabilities and limitations of the chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102. (2) The consent under this subsection must be in writing and may involve the consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 initialing or signing the acknowledgment described in paragraph (1), checking a box, providing an electronic signature or hitting a button.

(c)(1)–(3) 6 Specific disclosures.--The policy described under subsection (a) must clearly and conspicuously provide the following: (1) The intended purposes of the chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102. (2) The abilities and limitations of the chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102. (3) A statement that the chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 is an artificial intelligence technologyArtificial intelligence technology"Artificial intelligence technology." A computer system, application or other product that uses or incorporates one or more forms of artificial intelligence.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 and is not a human, which must be provided each time that the consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 asks or otherwise prompts the chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 about whether artificial intelligenceArtificial intelligence"Artificial intelligence." As defined in 18 Pa.C.S. § 3131(g) (relating to unlawful dissemination of intimate image).12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 is being used.

(c)(4)(i)–(xi) 7 The procedures by which the supplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102: (i) Conducts testing, prior to making the chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 publicly available and regularly thereafter, to ensure that the output of the chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 poses no greater risk to a consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 than that posed to an individual communicating with a human. (ii) Identifies reasonably foreseeable adverse outcomes to, and potentially harmful interactions with, consumersConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 that could result from using the chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102. (iii) Provides a mechanism for a consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 to report any potentially harmful interactions from the use of the chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102. (iv) Implements protocols to assess and respond to risk of harm to consumersConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 or other individuals. (v) Details actions taken to prevent or mitigate any adverse outcomes or potentially harmful interactions. (vi) Implements protocols to respond, as soon as practicable, to acute risks of physical harm. (vii) Reasonably ensures regular, objective reviews of safety, accuracy and efficacy, which may include internal or external audits. (viii) Provides consumersConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 with instructions on the safe use of the chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102. (ix) Prioritizes consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 mental health and safety over engagement metrics or profit. (x) Implements measures to prevent discriminatory treatment of consumersConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102. (xi) Ensures compliance with the security and privacy provisions of 45 CFR Pts. 160 (relating to general administrative requirements) and 164 (relating to security and privacy), as if the supplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 were a covered entityCovered entity"Covered entity." As defined in 45 CFR 160.103 (relating to definitions).12 Pa.C.S. § 7102.

(d) 8 Documentation.--A supplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 shall maintain documentation regarding the development and implementation of the chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 that describes: (1) Foundation models used in development. (2) Training data used. (3) Compliance with Federal and State privacy law. (4) ConsumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 data collection and sharing practices. (5) Ongoing efforts to ensure accuracy, reliability, fairness and safety.

(e) 9 Filing.--A supplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 shall file the policy described under subsection (a) with the bureauBureau"Bureau." The Bureau of Consumer Protection in the Office of Attorney General.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102, in the form and manner as prescribed by the bureauBureau"Bureau." The Bureau of Consumer Protection in the Office of Attorney General.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102, along with: (1) The name and address of the supplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102. (2) The name of the chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102. (3) An annual filing fee as prescribed by the bureauBureau"Bureau." The Bureau of Consumer Protection in the Office of Attorney General.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102.

(f) Additional information.--A supplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 may provide to the bureauBureau"Bureau." The Bureau of Consumer Protection in the Office of Attorney General.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102, in the form and manner prescribed by the bureauBureau"Bureau." The Bureau of Consumer Protection in the Office of Attorney General.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102: (1) Any revision to the policy described under subsection (a) and filed in accordance with subsection (e). (2) Any other documentation that the supplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 deems appropriate to provide.

(g) 10 Compliance.--A supplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 shall comply with the requirements of the policy filed in accordance with this section.

(h) Definitions.--As used in this section, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings given to them in this subsection unless the context clearly indicates otherwise: "Trade secret." As defined in section 5302 (relating to definitions).

(a)–(f) Administration and enforcement generally.--The bureauBureau"Bureau." The Bureau of Consumer Protection in the Office of Attorney General.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 shall administer and enforce the provisions of this chapter. (b) Actions by bureauBureau"Bureau." The Bureau of Consumer Protection in the Office of Attorney General.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102.--In enforcing this chapter, the bureauBureau"Bureau." The Bureau of Consumer Protection in the Office of Attorney General.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 may: (1) Impose on a supplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 an administrative fine not to exceed $2,500 for each act or omission that constitutes a violation of this chapter by the supplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102. (2) Bring an action in a court of competent jurisdiction against a supplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 whose act or omission constitutes a violation of this chapter. (c) Court authority.-- (1) In an action brought by the bureauBureau"Bureau." The Bureau of Consumer Protection in the Office of Attorney General.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 to enforce this chapter, the court may: (i) Declare that an act or practice violates a provision of this chapter. (ii) Grant injunctive relief. (iii) Order the disgorgement of money received in violation of this chapter. (iv) Order the payment of disgorged money to a consumerConsumer"Consumer." An individual located in this Commonwealth at the time that the individual accesses or uses a chatbot.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 or other person injured as a result of a violation of this chapter. (v) Impose a fine not to exceed $2,500 for each act or omission that constitutes a violation of this chapter. (vi) Award other relief as the court deems reasonable and necessary. (2) If the court awards judgment or injunctive relief to the bureauBureau"Bureau." The Bureau of Consumer Protection in the Office of Attorney General.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102, the court shall award the bureauBureau"Bureau." The Bureau of Consumer Protection in the Office of Attorney General.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102: (i) Reasonable attorney fees. (ii) Court costs. (iii) Investigative fees. (3) The court may impose a civil penalty not to exceed $5,000 for each violation of an administrative or court order issued for a violation of this chapter. (d) Attorney General.--The Attorney General may bring a civil action on behalf of the bureauBureau"Bureau." The Bureau of Consumer Protection in the Office of Attorney General.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 to collect a fine or civil penalty imposed under this section. (e) Deposit.--The bureauBureau"Bureau." The Bureau of Consumer Protection in the Office of Attorney General.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 shall deposit all fines and civil penalties collected under this section into the fund designated for the receipt of money relating to the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. (f) Private right of action.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit any other remedy available at law.

(1) Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to: (1) Bar or otherwise restrict the bureauBureau"Bureau." The Bureau of Consumer Protection in the Office of Attorney General.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 from bringing an enforcement action in accordance with other State law against a supplierSupplier"Supplier." As follows: (1) A seller, lessor, assignor, offeror, broker or other person that regularly solicits, engages in or enforces transactions with a consumer regarding a chatbot, whether or not the person deals directly with the consumer. (2) The term includes an operator.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102.

(2) 11 Claim, imply, advertise or otherwise recognize that a chatbotChatbot"Chatbot." As follows: (1) Artificial intelligence technology that: (i) Uses generative artificial intelligence to engage in interactive conversations with a consumer. (ii) A supplier represents, or a reasonable person would believe, can or will provide information to a consumer to help a consumer manage a situation or treat a condition, including a situation or treatment involving mental health care. (2) The term does not include artificial intelligence technology that only: (i) provides scripted output, including a guided meditation or mindfulness exercise; or (ii) analyzes an individual's input for the purpose of connecting the individual with a human mental health professional.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 is, or replaces services rendered by, a mental health professionalMental health professional"Mental health professional." As follows: (1) An individual who is licensed, certified or otherwise authorized in accordance with the laws of this Commonwealth to administer or provide mental health care in the ordinary course of business or practice of a profession. (2) The term includes: (i) Any of the following, as defined in section 2 of the act of December 20, 1985 (P.L.457, No.112), known as the Medical Practice Act of 1985: (A) A physician. (B) A physician assistant. (ii) An advance practice professional as defined in section 2 of the act of May 31, 2018 (P.L.123, No.25), known as the Outpatient Psychiatric Oversight Act. (iii) An individual licensed as a psychologist in accordance with the act of March 23, 1972 (P.L.136, No.52), known as the Professional Psychologists Practice Act. (iv) Any of the following, as defined in section 2 of the act of May 22, 1951 (P.L.317, No.69), known as The Professional Nursing Law: (A) A certified registered nurse practitioner. (B) A clinical nurse specialist. (v) Any of the following, as defined in section 3 of the act of July 9, 1987 (P.L.220, No.39), known as the Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors Act: (A) A licensed associate marriage and family therapist. (B) A licensed associate professional counselor. (C) A licensed bachelor social worker. (D) A licensed clinical social worker. (E) A licensed marriage and family therapist. (F) A licensed professional counselor. (G) A licensed social worker. (H) A social worker. (vi) An addictions counselor who is licensed, certified or otherwise authorized to staff drug and alcohol treatment projects and provide services regarding substance abuse and recovery, in accordance with 28 Pa. Code Pt. V (relating to Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs) and the laws of this Commonwealth.12 Pa.C.S. § 7102 or emotional support professional.