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The bill requests the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism to form a working group on artificial intelligence, including specific legislative representatives.
If you operate a business in Hawaii that uses AI, you may need to engage with the upcoming working group for insights by 2021.
State
Hawaii
Bill Number
HCR227
Status
In Committee
Risk Level
Low
Category
Study/Task Force
Last Action
Mar 14, 2019
Last Verified
Jun 5, 2026
Data Updated
Jun 6, 2026
What do these statuses mean?▼
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
Unknown— Status data not yet available or awaiting classification
Affected Industries
General
What This Means
HCR227 seeks to convene a working group to explore the applications and implications of artificial intelligence in Hawaii. This initiative aims to assess both the benefits and potential risks associated with AI technologies. Stakeholders, including the Chairs of the Senate Committees on Technology and Energy, Economic Development, and Tourism, as well as representatives from government, academia, and industry, will be invited to contribute to the discussions and recommendations.
Key Provisions
Establishment of an Artificial Intelligence Working Group by the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism.
Assessment of AI applications used in other states or countries.
Evaluation of competitive advantages for Hawaii's economy and government.
Identification of potential dangers of AI integration.
Encouragement of AI research and development in Hawaii.
Submission of interim and final reports to the Legislature.
Latest Legislative Action
Referred to EDB, FIN, referral sheet 33
Bill Sponsors
Name
Role
WARD
Primary
Compliance Checklist
Join the Artificial Intelligence Working Group Who: Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism Deadline: By the convening of the Regular Session of 2021
Submit interim and final reports on findings and recommendations Who: Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism Deadline: Interim report by 2021; final report by 2022
HCR227 requests the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism to establish an Artificial Intelligence Working Group. This group will focus on evaluating current AI applications, identifying competitive advantages for Hawaii, and assessing potential risks associated with AI integration into state operations. The working group is tasked with making recommendations on fostering AI research and development within the University of Hawaii system and private businesses. The Department is also instructed to facilitate virtual meetings and submit interim and final reports to the Legislature outlining findings and proposed legislation. The working group is expected to include representatives from various sectors, such as the Chairs of the Senate Committees on Technology and Energy, Economic Development, and Tourism, ensuring a comprehensive approach to AI in Hawaii. No penalties for non-compliance are specified, as this resolution is more of a request for action rather than a regulatory mandate.
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