Bill
HD 1861
Summary of HD 1861: Regulating Provenance of Artificial Intelligence Bill OverviewThis proposed legislation, titled "An Act regulating provenance regarding artificial intelligence"
This proposed legislation, titled "An Act regulating provenance regarding artificial intelligence", seeks to establish a framework for tracking the origin and development history of artificial intelligence (AI) systems used in the state. The bill was introduced on February 27, 2025 and has been approved by both chambers of the state legislature.
The main components of the bill include:
Provenance Tracking: The bill requires all public and private entities deploying AI systems within the state to maintain detailed records of the data, algorithms, and development processes used to create those AI models. This provenance information must be made available to regulators upon request.
Audit Requirements: AI systems above a certain complexity or risk threshold would be subject to mandatory audits to verify the accuracy of their provenance records. Audits could be conducted by independent third-party firms.
Disclosure to Consumers: When an AI system is used to make decisions that significantly impact individuals (e.g. loan approvals, job recommendations), the entity deploying the AI must disclose its provenance information to the affected consumers.
Enforcement and Penalties: Failure to comply with the provenance tracking and disclosure requirements could result in civil penalties of up to $100,000 per violation. Repeat offenders may also face restrictions on their ability to deploy AI systems in the state.
If enacted, this legislation would aim to increase transparency around the development and use of AI technologies in both the public and private sectors. Proponents argue it will help build public trust, enable better oversight of AI systems, and allow consumers to understand the origins and potential biases of AI-driven decisions that affect them.
Critics, however, contend that the compliance burden and audit requirements could stifle AI innovation in the state. There are also concerns that the provenance disclosure mandate may reveal proprietary information that companies are reluctant to share publicly.
Overall, the bill represents an attempt to balance the benefits of AI with the need for accountability and consumer protection in the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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