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SB 3001

RELATING TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Stanley Chang and 7 co-sponsors

Hawaii SB 3001 establishes AI regulations; committee hearing scheduled February 10, 2026 to determine how state will govern artificial intelligence technology deployment and use.

Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 888).
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Bill Summary · SB 3001

Legislative bill overview

SB 3001 is a Hawaii bill relating to artificial intelligence that was recently introduced and passed its first reading. The bill has been referred to the Consumer Protection and Commerce Committee (CPN/LBT) and Judiciary Committee (JDC) for review, with a public hearing scheduled for February 10, 2026.

Why is this important

Hawaii is joining other states in establishing AI governance frameworks as these technologies become increasingly prevalent in business, healthcare, and government. The specifics of how Hawaii regulates AI will affect technology companies operating in the state, consumers using AI-powered services, and the state's competitiveness in the tech sector.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope and definition: What activities and systems count as "artificial intelligence" under the law—overly broad definitions could capture unintended technology while narrow ones might miss emerging risks
  • Regulatory burden: Requirements imposed on AI developers and deployers could incentivize or discourage innovation and business investment in Hawaii
  • Consumer protection vs. innovation balance: Restrictions protecting users from AI harms must be weighed against potential costs that could increase prices or reduce service availability

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

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