Tanya Flanagan hosts "The Scoop" and discusses the legislative session in Nevada, highlighting the work of Tessyn Opferman, Director of Government Affairs and Opinion Public Affairs. Opferman represents various clients, including the Washoe County School District, the Nevada Women's Lobby, and the National Association of Social Workers. She discusses a bill (AB8406) she is advocating for, which aims to prevent AI from providing clinical therapy due to concerns about its potential harm. Opferman also shares her journey into lobbying, emphasizing the importance of proactive regulation to address emerging technologies like AI. The conversation touches on the broader impact of AI on mental health and the need for responsible technological growth.

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