VA AI Transparency Act of 2026
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (29 Sep 2026): Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.
What this bill does
H.R. 10417, the VA AI Transparency Act of 2026, would require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to inform individuals when the Department uses artificial intelligence (AI) to interact with them. This disclosure would need to clearly state that the interaction is with an AI system, not a human employee, and explain the general purpose of the AI's use.
This bill would affect veterans, their survivors and dependents, caregivers, and any individual seeking or receiving benefits or services from the Department of Veterans Affairs. An exception exists for internal AI use by Department employees for administrative or analytical functions, provided it does not involve direct interaction with the covered individual.
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on September 16, 2026, and has been referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. As it has just been introduced, it has not yet been voted on by the full House or the Senate.
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Timeline
29 Sep 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10417 do?
- H.R. 10417, the VA AI Transparency Act of 2026, would require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to inform individuals when the Department uses artificial intelligence (AI) to interact with them. This disclosure would need to clearly state that the interaction is with an AI system, not a human employee, and explain the general purpose of the AI's use. This bill would affect veterans, their survivors and dependents, caregivers, and any individual seeking or receiving benefits or services from the Department of Veterans Affairs. An exception exists for internal AI use by Department employees for administrative or analytical functions, provided it does not involve direct interaction with the covered individual. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on September 16, 2026, and has been referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. As it has just been introduced, it has not yet been voted on by the full House or the Senate.
- Has H.R. 10417 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 10417. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10417?
- H.R. 10417 was sponsored by Rep. Barrett, Tom [R-MI-7] (R-MI), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10417?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations. (29 Sep 2026).
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