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HB 713

Fostering Access, Innovation, and Responsibility in Artificial Intelligence Act; established.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Josh Thomas

Virginia bill establishes AI governance framework balancing innovation incentives with responsible AI development and deployment requirements.

Assigned HST sub: Communications
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Bill Summary · HB 713

Legislative bill overview

HB 713 is a prefiled Virginia bill that establishes a framework for artificial intelligence governance, focusing on fostering innovation while ensuring responsible development and deployment. The bill has been referred to the Communications, Technology and Innovation Committee and assigned to a Communications subcommittee for review.

Why is this important

AI regulation is becoming a critical policy area as artificial intelligence systems increasingly impact employment, consumer privacy, healthcare, and public safety. Virginia's approach could influence how the state balances promoting tech innovation with protecting citizens from potential harms of AI systems.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition and scope of "AI" – Disagreement over which systems qualify for regulation could determine whether oversight is comprehensive or limited to narrow applications
  • Innovation vs. regulation balance – Tech companies may argue strict requirements stifle development, while consumer advocates may demand robust safeguards
  • Implementation burden – Unclear whether compliance costs will primarily affect startups or large corporations, affecting small business competitiveness
  • Jurisdiction and enforcement – Questions about which state agencies enforce rules and how this coordinates with potential federal AI legislation

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

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