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AI Summary
This bill requires Hawaii's Office of Enterprise Technology Services to set standards for collecting race and ethnicity data, ensuring transparency in AI systems using this data.
Business Impact
If you collect demographic data in Hawaii, you must comply with new standards for AI data use by July 1, 2026, or face potential penalties.
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— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
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— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
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— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
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— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
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What This Means
Hawaii's HB2499 mandates the development of statewide standards for collecting race and ethnicity demographic data. It emphasizes transparency and accountability for AI systems that utilize this data, impacting state and county departments. Compliance will be required by July 1, 2026.
Key Provisions
- Establishes statewide standards for race and ethnicity data collection.
- Mandates transparency and accountability for AI systems using demographic data.
- Requires compliance reporting to the Office of Enterprise Technology Services.
- Allows for flexibility in data collection methods.
- Ensures personal identifying information remains confidential.
- Appropriates funds for implementation and technical assistance.
Latest Legislative Action
The committee(s) on ECD recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 17)
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Adrian Tam D | Sponsor | HD-024 |
| Amy Perruso D | Sponsor | HD-046 |
| Cory Chun D | Sponsor | HD-035 |
| Daisy Hartsfield D | Sponsor | HD-036 |
| Darius Kila D | Sponsor | HD-044 |
Compliance Checklist
Adopt and implement statewide standards for demographic data collection.
Who: All state and county departments, agencies, boards, and commissions.
Deadline: By July 1, 2026.
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance may apply.
Who: All state and county departments, agencies, boards, and commissions.
Deadline: By July 1, 2026.
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance may apply.
Report compliance with federal data collection requirements.
Who: State and county departments, agencies, boards, and commissions.
Deadline: At intervals established by the Office of Enterprise Technology Services.
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance may apply.
Who: State and county departments, agencies, boards, and commissions.
Deadline: At intervals established by the Office of Enterprise Technology Services.
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance may apply.
Full Legal Analysis
HB2499 requires the Office of Enterprise Technology Services to coordinate the creation and maintenance of standards for collecting, managing, and reporting race and ethnicity demographic data across state and county entities. The bill mandates that these standards align with federal guidelines while allowing for flexibility to accommodate local needs. Importantly, it establishes requirements for transparency and accountability in the use of demographic data within AI systems, including bias testing and ongoing monitoring for fairness. State and county departments must report compliance with federal data collection requirements, with the Office of Enterprise Technology Services providing necessary technical assistance. The bill appropriates funds to support these initiatives and is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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