Responsible Artificial Intelligence for Veterans Act of 2026
To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to seek to enter into an agreement with a federally funded research and development center for the conduct of an independent evaluation of artificial intelligence systems in use by the Veterans Health Administration, and for other purposes.
This bill, HB9862, proposes to have the Secretary of Veterans Affairs partner with a federally funded research and development center. The partnership aims to conduct an independent evaluation of artificial intelligence systems currently used by the Veterans Health Administration. This evaluation is intended to ensure that these systems effectively meet the needs of veterans.
The bill primarily affects the Veterans Health Administration and the veterans who use its services. By ensuring that AI systems are evaluated and optimized, the bill aims to improve the quality and efficiency of care provided to veterans. The evaluation could lead to enhancements in healthcare delivery, potentially improving outcomes and experiences for veterans.
HB9862 was introduced on July 22, 2026, and has been referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs for further consideration. As of now, the bill is in its initial stages of the legislative process.
