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NASW-IL Advocacy At Work: Gov. Signs HB 1806 Creating Nation's Strongest Safeguard Against AI Chatbots in Mental Health
Governor JB Pritzker has officially signed House Bill 1806, the Wellness and Oversight for Psychological Resources (WOPR) Act, into law, making Illinois one of the first states in the country to directly prohibit AI from impersonating a licensed mental health professional.
NASW-IL Staff
Aug 18 min read
NASW-Illinois Chapter 2025 Illinois Spring Legislative Report
From regulating AI in therapy to securing new clinical supervision funding, this work is the result of collective action—it only happens because of you thanks to your membership, your advocacy, and your commitment to social work values.
NASW-IL Staff
Jul 95 min read
NASW-Illinois Chapter Warns: Without Action, Mental Health Access Will Move Further To a Luxury Few Can Afford
If lawmakers fail to pass HB1085 sponsored by Sen. Karina Villa, the mental health workforce crisis in Illinois will deepen, and access to care will become a privilege reserved for the wealthy.
NASW-IL Staff
May 302 min read
IL State Rep. Bob Morgan’s Ban on AI Therapists Secures Bipartisan Support, Heads to Governor’s Desk for Final Signature
IL State Rep. Bob Morgan’s Ban on AI Therapists Secures Bipartisan Support, Heads to Governor’s Desk for Final Signature
NASW-IL Staff
May 302 min read
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