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Establishes the Office of Artificial Intelligence Safety and Regulation in Hawaii to oversee AI technologies, emphasizing collaboration and a risk-based approach.
If you deploy AI products in Hawaii, you must prove their safety to the new regulatory office by July 1, 2024, or face penalties.
State
Hawaii
Bill Number
SB2572
Status
Unknown
Risk Level
High
Category
Comprehensive
Effective Date
Jul 1, 2024
Last Action
Feb 13, 2026
Last Verified
May 29, 2026
Data Updated
May 29, 2026
Version
v2
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
Housing
What This Means
Hawaii's SB2572 aims to create a regulatory framework for artificial intelligence technologies by establishing an Office of Artificial Intelligence Safety and Regulation. This office will require developers to provide proof of safety before deploying AI products. The bill emphasizes collaboration with diverse stakeholders and a risk-based approach to ensure public safety and individual rights are prioritized.
Key Provisions
Establishes the Office of Artificial Intelligence Safety and Regulation.
Requires affirmative proof of safety for AI products before deployment.
Executive director appointed by the governor to oversee the office, exempt from chapter 76.
Mandates periodic risk assessments of AI technologies.
Encourages collaboration with stakeholders for responsible AI development.
Adopts a risk-based approach considering potential harm and level of autonomy.
Latest Legislative Action
Reported from HHS (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 2250) with recommendation of passage on Second Reading and referral to JDC.
Bill Sponsors
Name
Role
KOUCHI
Primary
Compliance Checklist
Submit proof of safety for AI products before deployment Who: Developers and deployers of AI technologies Deadline: By July 1, 2024 Penalty: Fines for non-compliance
Adhere to regulations established by the Office of Artificial Intelligence Safety and Regulation Who: All entities involved in AI development and deployment Deadline: Ongoing after establishment of the office Penalty: Fines for violations
SB2572 establishes the Office of Artificial Intelligence Safety and Regulation within the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs in Hawaii. The bill mandates that no artificial intelligence products can be deployed in the state without affirmative proof of their safety being submitted to this office. The executive director of the office, whose powers and duties are defined by the governor and who is exempt from chapter 76, will be responsible for developing regulations, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The bill emphasizes collaboration with diverse stakeholders, including experts, ethicists, and indigenous groups, for informed decision-making. It also adopts a risk-based approach that considers factors like potential harm and level of autonomy. This initiative aligns with similar regulatory efforts in other jurisdictions aimed at addressing the rapid advancement of AI technologies and their potential risks.
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