Technology (Artificial Intelligence)

in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 824: RELATING TO GOVERNMENT EFFICIENCY.

Appropriate funds to the legislative reference bureau to procure artificial intelligence software and analytic services to streamline state law and regulations. Requires a report to the legislature.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesFunds AI software for government efficiency, promoting fiscal responsibility through streamlined regulations and reporting.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyAppropriates funds for AI software to streamline regulations, directly funding technology advancement for government efficiency.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 726: RELATING TO A STATEWIDE DATA AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE GOVERNANCE AND DECISION INTELLIGENCE CENTER.

Establishes and appropriates funds for a data and artificial intelligence governance and decision intelligence center and necessary positions to improve data quality and data sharing statewide.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates state funds for a new data/AI governance center, directly increasing government spending on a state program.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes funding for statewide data/AI governance center to improve data quality and sharing, advancing data governance practices per subjects and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 28, 2026

SB 2585: RELATING TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE.

Requires the Department of Health, in coordination with the Department of Budget and Finance and Office of Enterprise Technology Services, and Department of Human Services, to establish and maintain an online clearinghouse enhanced by artificial intelligence of evidence-based treatment and prevention programs. Requires DOH to support the integration of artificial intelligence in the online clearinghouse. Requires DOH to ensure that any artificial intelligence model used in support of the online clearinghouse is subject to regular audits. Requires an annual report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires DOH to establish AI-enhanced clearinghouse for evidence-based health programs, improving access to treatment resources and supporting healthcare services.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates AI integration for an online clearinghouse, requiring departmental coordination to enhance service delivery through AI, directly advancing AI use in public services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 30, 2026

SB 2768: RELATING TO HEALTH CARE.

Establishes restrictions on the use of artificial intelligence, algorithms, or other software tools for purposes of decision-making in health insurance utilization reviews. Requires a licensed health care provider to review all adverse actions by the health carrier.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRestricts AI in insurance utilization reviews and mandates licensed provider review of adverse actions, strengthening patient rights protection under Patient Bill of Rights.90% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRestricts AI use in health insurance decisions, requiring human review for adverse actions, directly limiting technology application in this sector.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 59: RELATING TO ALGORITHMIC DISCRIMINATION.

Prohibits users of algorithmic decision-making from utilizing algorithmic eligibility determinations in a discriminatory manner. Requires users of algorithmic decision-making to send corresponding notices to individuals whose personal information is used. Requires users of algorithmic decision-making to submit annual reports to the Department of the Attorney General. Provides means of civil enforcement.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProhibits discriminatory algorithmic employment decisions (e.g., hiring/promotions), protecting workers' rights from AI bias in workplace practices.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRegulates AI systems to prevent discrimination, requiring transparency, notices, and enforcement - aligns with consumer protection in tech regulation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Data Privacy

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Feb 11, 2026

SB 2967: RELATING TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE.

Establishes consumer protection requirements for the use of artificial intelligence systems in consumer interactions and consequential decisions, including disclosures, documentation, and a right to correction, appeal, and human review. Makes certain violations an unfair or deceptive act or practice. Requires risk management and impact assessments for high-risk artificial intelligence systems. Requires incident reports to the Executive Director of the Office of Consumer Protection and the Attorney General.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRegulates AI use for consumer protection via disclosures, risk assessments, and incident reporting, aligning with data privacy and consumer safety standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Consumer Data Protection Tags Consumer Protection

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Feb 6, 2026

SB 2076: RELATING TO PUBLICITY RIGHTS.

SB 2076 updates state law to protect individuals' publicity rights by adding "digital replica" to the legal definition of "likeness." This means people can prevent unauthorized digital copies of their appearance or voice from being created or distributed without permission. The bill amends existing publicity rights law to specifically address new technology that generates realistic digital representations. It will take effect on January 1, 2077.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyAdds 'digital replica' to publicity rights law to prevent unauthorized deepfakes, protecting individuals' digital likeness privacy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 3, 2026

HB 1887: RELATING TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE LITERACY EDUCATION.

Requires the Department of Education to develop and implement a statewide Artificial Intelligence Literacy Curricula Plan for students in eleventh and twelfth grades, beginning with the 2027-2028 school year as a condition for graduation. Establishes the Advisory Council for Artificial Intelligence Education. Establishes a three-year Artificial Intelligence Education Grant Pilot Program within the Department of Education. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates funds for AI education grant program, directly funding a new public education initiative under state budget.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates AI literacy curriculum for grades 11-12 with graduation requirement, establishes grant pilot, and appropriates funds to advance educational standards.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates AI literacy curricula for high school students, funds education programs, and establishes advisory council to promote AI understanding and workforce readiness.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education Artificial Intelligence

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passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 23, 2026

HB 1782: RELATING TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR THE PROTECTION OF MINORS.

Establishes safeguards, protections, oversight, and penalties for interactions between minors and artificial intelligence companion systems or conversational artificial intelligence services. Effective 1/1/2077. (SD2)

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes regulatory safeguards and oversight for AI systems interacting with minors, aligning with consumer protection in technology regulation.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Social Media

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 2502: RELATING TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE.

Requires operators of conversational artificial intelligence services in the State to issue certain disclosures to account holders and users. Requires operators to develop protocols to respond to prompts or content associated with, and prevent the production of, suicidal ideations in account holders and users. Establishes protections for minor account holders of conversational artificial intelligence services. Beginning 1/1/2027, requires operators to submit annual reports to the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. Allows the Department of the Attorney General to bring a civil action against operators who violate certain requirements and establishes statutory penalties. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates disclosures, harm prevention protocols, minor protections, and reporting for AI services - directly regulating AI to enhance consumer safety and privacy, aligning with tech regulation for protection.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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