Technology (Consumer Data Protection)

signed · Hawaii · House Jul 10, 2026

HB 1642: RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.

Beginning 10/1/2026, prohibits the ownership, operation, or management of a digital financial asset transaction kiosk that accepts United States currency from a customer in exchange for a digital financial asset. (CD1)

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyProhibits digital asset kiosks, restricting a specific technology use in financial transactions per bill's explicit restriction on digital financial asset exchange kiosks.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection

passed · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 1038: RELATING TO PRIVACY.

SB 1038 clarifies privacy definitions by adding a specific term for "specified data element" and broadening the definition of "personal information." This bill directly affects businesses, organizations, and government entities that collect or handle personal data, as it changes how such data must be categorized. The key change is updating these definitions to include more specific data types, which would impact how entities comply with privacy requirements. The bill is scheduled to take effect on July 1, 3000, after passing committee review with amendments.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBroadens personal information definition to include more data types, strengthening privacy compliance requirements for entities handling personal data.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy Tags Privacy

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in committee · Hawaii · House Jan 28, 2026

HB 1954: RELATING TO IDENTITY THEFT.

HB 1954 updates the state's identity theft law to explicitly include fraudulent impersonation using artificial intelligence or materially deceptive media (like deepfakes) as a form of identity theft. This directly affects victims of AI-generated scams or fake media used to steal identities or commit fraud. The key provision adds these specific methods to the legal definition of identity theft offenses, making them punishable under existing laws. The bill is currently in committee review after its introduction on January 23, 2026.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeExpands legal definition of identity theft to include AI deepfakes, strengthening enforcement against modern fraud while aligning with criminal justice system's evolving needs.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyAdds AI/deepfake impersonation to identity theft law, strengthening consumer protection against tech-enabled fraud and enhancing data privacy safeguards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Consumer Data Protection

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signed · Hawaii · Senate Jul 14, 2026

SB 3001: RELATING TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE.

Requires operators of AI companions in the State to issue certain disclosures to users. Requires operators to develop certain protocols to respond to user prompts regarding suicidal ideation or self-harm. Establishes protections for users and minor users of AI companions. Beginning 1/1/2028, requires operators to submit annual reports to the Behavioral Health Administration of the Department of Health containing certain information. Establishes that violations are to be considered unfair or deceptive acts or practices. (CD1)

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires AI operators to disclose, prevent harm, protect minors, and submit reports - enhancing consumer safety and transparency in AI services per regulatory indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Consumer Data Protection

in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 30, 2026

SB 1036: RELATING TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.

Codifies net neutrality principles by prohibiting fixed and mobile internet service providers that provide broadband internet access service from engaging in certain practices concerning the treatment of internet traffic. Among other things, prohibits internet service providers from blocking internet traffic on the basis of internet content, application, or service, engaging in paid prioritization or zero-rating internet traffic in exchange for consideration, monetary or otherwise.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyCodifies net neutrality, prohibiting ISP blocking/paid prioritization, strengthening consumer protections for internet access and data privacy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Consumer Data Protection Telecommunications

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 30, 2026

SB 3017: RELATING TO PRIVACY.

Prohibits the sale of geolocation information and internet browser information without consent. Prohibits the sale of data collected through eavesdropping or through an application operating in the background of a device that uses the device's microphone.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits sale of geolocation, browser, and eavesdropping data without consent, directly protecting user privacy in technology policies.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy Tags Privacy

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 6, 2026

HB 2607: RELATING TO PUBLICITY RIGHTS.

HB 2607 protects individuals' right to publicity by prohibiting the unauthorized use of a person's likeness or voice in AI-generated deepfakes. The bill directly affects people whose image, voice, or persona could be replicated without consent through artificial intelligence. Its key provision bans creating or distributing AI-generated content that mimics a person's identity for commercial or public purposes without permission. This creates a clear legal barrier against non-consensual deepfake exploitation, focusing on preventing harm rather than regulating AI technology broadly.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits non-consensual AI deepfakes, protecting individuals' privacy rights and regulating AI misuse for consumer protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Consumer Data Protection

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Mar 12, 2026

SB 1163: RELATING TO PRIVACY.

Prohibits the sale of geolocation information and internet browser information without consent. Prohibits the sale of data collected through eavesdropping or through an application operating in the background of a device that uses the device's microphone. Establishes exemptions for lawful investigations conducted by law enforcement agencies, customer proprietary network information, and certain telecommunication carriers. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD2)

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits sale of geolocation/browsing data without consent, strengthening privacy protections as per indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 1286: RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES.

Prohibits the collection, sale, or disclosure of any driver data that is obtained by a motor vehicle or other connected car service, feature, or application to any third-party without the explicit consent of the owner or lessee of the vehicle. Designates exemptions. Requires any disclosure notification for any data collection to be clear and conspicuous. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits third-party sharing of driver data without consent, mandates clear disclosures, and strengthens data privacy protections for connected vehicle users, aligning with consumer privacy safeguards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 22, 2026

SB 2049: RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.

Prohibits law enforcement agencies and law enforcement officers from using biometric surveillance technology in the State unless certain conditions are met.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits biometric surveillance use by law enforcement, protecting civil rights and enhancing police accountability per criminal justice reform indicators.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyProhibits law enforcement use of biometric surveillance tech, restricting a specific technology application to protect privacy and prevent misuse.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Consumer Data Protection Emerging Technology

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