HI HB487: Relating To Government Efficiency. Verified

HB487 mandates the appropriation of funds to the legislative reference bureau for the procurement of artificial intelligence software and analytic services. The primary objective is to analyze the Hawaii Revised Statutes and Hawaii Administrative Rules to identify provisions that are obsolete, duplicative, or inconsistent. The legislative reference bureau is required to submit a report detailing its findings and recommendations, including any proposed legislation, no later than twenty days prior to the convening of the regular session of 2027. This bill does not impose penalties for non-compliance as it primarily focuses on funding and reporting requirements. The use of AI in regulatory analysis is a growing trend, as evidenced by similar initiatives in states like Ohio and South Carolina, which have successfully utilized AI tools to streamline their regulations.