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AI Summary
The bill creates a Workgroup on Artificial Intelligence Implementation to monitor AI regulation, consumer protection, and government benefits, reporting by July 1, 2026.
Business Impact
If you use AI in your business operations in Maryland, you must stay informed about regulatory recommendations by July 1, 2026, or risk non-compliance.
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Introduced
— Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee
— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted
— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed
— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
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What This Means
Maryland's HB956 establishes a workgroup dedicated to the oversight of artificial intelligence implementation. This initiative aims to address consumer protection and the implications of AI in various sectors, including government benefits determinations.
Key Provisions
- Establishes a Workgroup on Artificial Intelligence Implementation.
- Workgroup to monitor AI regulation, consumer protection, and government benefits.
- Recommendations due to General Assembly committees by July 1, 2026.
Latest Legislative Action
Approved by the Governor - Chapter 105
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| C.T. Wilson D | Sponsor | HD-028 |
Roll Call Votes
H ·
Third Reading: Passed ·
Apr 7, 2025
139 Yea
0 Nay
2 Other
Passed ✓
S ·
Third Reading: Passed ·
Apr 4, 2025
42 Yea
0 Nay
5 Other
Passed ✓
H ·
Third Reading: Passed ·
Mar 11, 2025
138 Yea
0 Nay
3 Other
Passed ✓
Amendments (1)
Favorable with Amendments 923420/1 Adopted
Adopted
2025-04-04
Compliance Checklist
Monitor developments from the Workgroup on AI Implementation
Who: Businesses using AI in Maryland
Deadline: By July 1, 2026
Penalty: Risk of non-compliance with future regulations
Who: Businesses using AI in Maryland
Deadline: By July 1, 2026
Penalty: Risk of non-compliance with future regulations
Full Legal Analysis
HB956 mandates the formation of a Workgroup on Artificial Intelligence Implementation to monitor and recommend regulations concerning AI and its effects on consumer protection. The workgroup will assess current private sector uses of AI, the enforcement authority of the Office of the Attorney General's Office of Consumer Protection, and the implications of AI on government benefits determinations. The workgroup is required to report its findings and recommendations to specific committees of the General Assembly by July 1, 2026. This bill positions Maryland to proactively address the challenges and opportunities presented by AI technologies, ensuring that consumer interests are safeguarded as AI continues to evolve.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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