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AI Summary
Establishes the Aloha Intelligence Institute at the University of Hawaii to advance AI initiatives statewide, focusing on areas like renewable energy and cultural preservation.
Business Impact
If you operate in AI-related fields in Hawaii, you must engage with the Aloha Intelligence Institute by 2050 or risk missing out on funding and resources.
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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
Unknown
— Status data not yet available or awaiting classification
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What This Means
The Aloha Intelligence Institute aims to foster AI research and education in Hawaii, addressing local needs in sectors such as climate resilience, health care, and cultural preservation. This initiative will involve public-private partnerships and community engagement, impacting businesses and educational institutions alike.
Key Provisions
- Establishes the Aloha Intelligence Institute at the University of Hawaii.
- Focuses on AI research in areas like climate resilience, sustainable agriculture, health care, renewable energy, creative media, advanced manufacturing, and cultural preservation.
- Appropriates funds for staffing and operational expenses for the institute.
- Requires biannual reports to the legislature and governor.
- Promotes public-private partnerships for innovation and job creation.
- Develops ethical guidelines for AI use in the state.
Latest Legislative Action
Referred to HED, ECD, FIN, referral sheet 19
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 7)
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Angus McKelvey D | Sponsor | SD-006 |
| Donna Kim D | Sponsor | SD-014 |
| Glenn Wakai D | Sponsor | SD-015 |
| Joy San Buenaventura D | Sponsor | SD-002 |
| Lorraine Inouye D | Sponsor | SD-001 |
Roll Call Votes
S ·
Senate Ways and Means: Passed, Unamended ·
Feb 26, 2025
13 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
S ·
Senate Labor and Technology: Passed, With Amendments ·
Feb 11, 2025
3 Yea
0 Nay
2 Other
Passed ✓
S ·
Senate Higher Education: Passed, With Amendments ·
Feb 11, 2025
5 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Engage with the Aloha Intelligence Institute for AI initiatives.
Who: Businesses and educational institutions in AI-related fields.
Deadline: By July 31, 2050.
Penalty: Risk of missing funding and resources.
Who: Businesses and educational institutions in AI-related fields.
Deadline: By July 31, 2050.
Penalty: Risk of missing funding and resources.
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
SB1622 establishes the Aloha Intelligence Institute under the University of Hawaii, focusing on advancing artificial intelligence initiatives tailored to the state's unique needs. The institute will facilitate interdisciplinary research in areas such as climate resilience, sustainable agriculture, health care, renewable energy, creative media, advanced manufacturing, and cultural preservation. It will promote workforce development and foster partnerships with public and private entities. It is tasked with developing ethical guidelines for AI use and will report biannually to the legislature and governor on its activities and funding needs. The bill appropriates funds for staffing and operational expenses for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027, emphasizing the importance of AI in the state's economic roadmap. The effective date of the bill is set for July 31, 2050, allowing for future planning and implementation.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
View SB1622 on official legislature website →
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