This bill proposes amendments to the Public Health Service Act, specifically targeting the quality standards for mammography facilities. Its primary purpose is to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) systems into the process of mammogram interpretation. The legislation modifies existing language to permit machine-learning or AI systems to perform functions previously attributed solely to physicians in the context of mammography interpretation. Additionally, it removes the requirement for an interpreting physician's signature on certain reports, streamlining processes to accommodate AI involvement. These changes aim to modernize mammography standards by incorporating advanced technological capabilities.
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Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
To amend the Public Health Service Act to update quality standards for mammography facilities for the use of AI systems, and for other purposes.
USA119th CongressHR-8526| House
| Updated: 4/27/2026
This bill proposes amendments to the Public Health Service Act, specifically targeting the quality standards for mammography facilities. Its primary purpose is to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) systems into the process of mammogram interpretation. The legislation modifies existing language to permit machine-learning or AI systems to perform functions previously attributed solely to physicians in the context of mammography interpretation. Additionally, it removes the requirement for an interpreting physician's signature on certain reports, streamlining processes to accommodate AI involvement. These changes aim to modernize mammography standards by incorporating advanced technological capabilities.