Lexology January 5, 2026
As healthcare organizations ring in 2026, they will also be ringing in a new era of AI regulation. With Congress yet to pass comprehensive AI legislation and federal regulatory guidance in flux, states have stepped in to fill the void. The new year will see several new laws imposing disclosure, transparency, and data protection requirements on those developing, deploying, or using AI in healthcare settings. This post highlights the key laws healthcare organizations should have on their radar.
California: No More Pretending to Be a Doctor
California has been particularly active in regulating AI in healthcare. Building on AB 3030 and SB 1120, which went into effect in January 2025, the state has added new requirements targeting AI systems that...







