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HB 747

Artificial Intelligence Developer Act; established, civil penalty.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Michelle Maldonado

Virginia proposes civil penalty requirements for AI developers to establish regulatory accountability, but the bill stalled in committee without enactment as of late 2024.

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Bill Summary · HB 747

Legislative bill overview

HB 747 establishes regulatory requirements for artificial intelligence developers operating in Virginia, including compliance standards and provisions for civil penalties. The bill was introduced by Delegate Michelle Maldonado and has remained in the Communications, Technology and Innovation Committee since February 2024, with a committee substitute developed but not yet enacted into law.

Why is this important

As AI systems become increasingly integrated into business, healthcare, and government operations, establishing clear developer accountability frameworks affects how companies build and deploy AI in Virginia and potentially across the nation. The civil penalty provisions create enforceable consequences for non-compliance, which could influence AI safety practices and consumer protections in the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Regulatory scope and clarity: The bill's specific requirements for developers remain unclear from available summaries; overly broad definitions could stifle innovation while vague standards may fail to ensure meaningful accountability
  • Competitive impact: Virginia-based AI companies may face compliance costs that out-of-state competitors avoid, potentially disadvantaging local development industries or pushing companies to relocate
  • Enforcement mechanisms: The appropriate level of civil penalties and which state agency enforces compliance are critical implementation questions that affect practical effectiveness

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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