SF3984

Prior authorization usage of algorithms or artificial intelligence prohibition provision
Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)

Related bill: HF2500

AI Generated Summary

Purpose

To prohibit health carriers in Minnesota from using algorithms or artificial intelligence (AI) when making decisions about approving or denying prior authorization requests.

Main provisions

Adds a new subdivision (Subd. 3) to Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 62A.59.
Provides that a health carrier is prohibited from using an algorithm or artificial intelligence program when determining whether to approve or deny a prior authorization request.

Scope and impact

Applies specifically to health carriers operating under Minnesota law in the context of prior authorization decisions.

Changes to existing law

Codifies a clear prohibition within the current statute, ensuring AI or algorithmic systems cannot be used to decide prior authorization outcomes.

Implementation considerations

The text provided does not specify penalties, enforcement mechanisms, or effective dates.

Terminology used in this bill

prior authorization request
health carrier
algorithm
artificial intelligence program
determination to approve or deny
Minnesota Statutes 2024 section 62A.59
Subd. 3

Relevant Terms - prior authorization - algorithm - artificial intelligence (AI) - health carrier - Minnesota Statutes 2024 - section 62A.59 - Subdivision 3 (Subd. 3)

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Type	Name	Committee Name
February 26, 2026	Senate	Action	Introduction and first reading
February 26, 2026	Senate	Action	Referred to	Commerce and Consumer Protection
March 02, 2026	Senate	Action	Author added

Citations

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  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Subd.3: Algorithm and artificial intelligence use prohibited in determinations to approve or deny prior authorization."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "This bill adds a new subdivision to Minnesota Statutes 2024 section 62A.59 prohibiting health carriers from using an algorithm or artificial intelligence program when reviewing prior authorization requests.",
      "modified": [
        "Amends Minnesota Statutes 2024 section 62A.59 to add subdivision 3."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "62A.59",
    "subdivision": "Subd.3"
  }
]

Progress through the legislative process

17%

In Committee