Could AI Prescribe Medications? H.R. 238

At A Glance:
 
H.R. 238, the Healthy Technology Act of 2025, has been introduced in the 119th Congress. This bill proposes amending the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to recognize artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies as eligible practitioners for prescribing medications. Under the bill, AI/ML systems could be authorized to prescribe drugs if approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and permitted under state law.

Introduced in House (01/07/2025)
Committee: House Energy and Commerce
 
 The Impact
 
If passed, this legislation could significantly reshape healthcare by expanding AI’s role in medical decision-making. Supporters argue it could improve efficiency and accessibility in prescribing processes, while critics raise concerns about regulatory oversight, patient safety, and ethical considerations. The healthcare and technology sectors are closely monitoring its progress.
 
Source & Details:
 
Read the full bill on Congress.gov:
H.R. 238 – Healthy Technology Act of 2025