The bill requests the Department of Education to create AI literacy curricula for public schools to enhance students' understanding of AI technologies, with no penalties for non-compliance.
If you operate a public school in Hawaii, you must prepare to implement AI literacy programs by the 2026-2027 school year or face educational gaps.
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What This Means
SCR33 aims to enhance artificial intelligence literacy among students in Hawaii's public schools. It emphasizes the need for formal education on AI technologies, their ethical implications, and practical applications. This initiative seeks to prepare students for a workforce increasingly influenced by AI, ensuring they understand both the benefits and risks associated with these technologies. As a request, it does not impose penalties for non-compliance.
Key Provisions
- Develop AI literacy curricula plans and programs for public schools.
- Include definitions and key concepts of artificial intelligence.
- Address ethical implications and best practices for AI use.
- Examine innovations in AI technology.
- Analyze AI's relation to the state's history and culture.
- Submit developed curricula to the Legislature by a specified deadline.
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Referred to EDU/LBT.
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Angus McKelvey D | Sponsor | SD-006 |
| Glenn Wakai D | Sponsor | SD-015 |
| Les Ihara D | Sponsor | SD-010 |
| Stanley Chang D | Sponsor | SD-009 |
| Troy Hashimoto D | Sponsor | SD-005 |
Compliance Checklist
Who: Department of Education
Deadline: Twenty days prior to the convening of the Regular Session of 2027
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