Bill · S. 4916· Senate(119-S-4916)
Aging with Artificial Intelligence Act of 2026
- Introduced
- 6/24/2026
- Last activity
- 6/24/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
- Sponsored by
- Mark Kelly
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 2
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Aging with Artificial Intelligence Act of 2026 aims to address how artificial intelligence-enabled systems affect older adults. It directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to commission a consensus study through the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. This study will examine the patterns, benefits, and potential risks of using AI among individuals aged 65 and older. Additionally, the bill directs the National Institute on Aging to facilitate multidisciplinary research and the sharing of best practices. Results from these efforts will be reported back to Congress.
Yes· 3 of 8
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+5
The bill establishes research and studies aimed at improving the safety, care, and daily living of people aged 65 and older through AI.
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+3
The bill directs the study to include accessibility considerations for older adults with disabilities.
Does this give people more control over their personal data?+3
The bill mandates a study of the privacy practices associated with AI-enabled systems used by older adults.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Understanding Benefits of AI Use: The study will analyze how these systems can be used for communication, caregiving, companionship to reduce social isolation, and health-s-related information (Section 2(b)(1)).
- Improved Daily Living: The research looks into how AI can provide support for caregivers, assist with everyday functioning, and help older adults age in place (Section 2(b)(1)).
- Improved Access: The study aims to examine improved access to information and services through these systems (Section 2(b)(1)).
- Better Care and Health Outcomes: The bill directs the facilitation of research and the dissemination of best practices specifically to improve care and health outcomes for older adults (Section 3).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Financial and Safety Risks: The study aims to investigate risks such as scams, fraud, and financial exploitation associated with AI use (Section 2(b)(2)).
- Health and Information Risks: There is a potential for users to encounter misleading or inaccurate health-related information (Section 2(b)(2)).
- Behavioral and Mental Health Risks: The research will look at risks including overreliance on systems, the reinforcement of harmful or distorted beliefs (such as delusions or paranoia), and engagement in self-harm or crisis situations (Section 2(b)(2)).
- Impact on Human Interaction: The bill seeks to understand how these systems might substitute for human interaction among family members, caregivers, and clinicians (Section 2(b)(4)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Seniors+5Good For People With Disabilities+3
- Education And Technology
- Improves Data Privacy+3Increases Scientific Research Funding+3
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+3Increases Research Funding+3
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Consumer Protection+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Disability Rights+3
- 7/29/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/24/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
Kirsten GillibrandDemocrat · New York
Roger MarshallRepublican · Kansas
Rick ScottRepublican · Florida