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What does Hawaii require
right now?
The current bills, deadlines, enforcement patterns, and what your district should actually be doing about it.
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Laws tracked
3
In this state
Enacted
1
On the books
In motion
0
None active
Most recently enacted
What just became law?
Enacted
SB 3001 (2026)Artificial Intelligence Disclosure and Safety Act
Passed both chambers and signed into law in 2026. Requires operators of AI companion and chatbot systems to clearly disclose AI identity to users. For minor users, mandates persistent AI-identity disclaimers. Prohibits engagement-maximizing design patterns targeting minors, sexually explicit AI content involving minors, and AI-generated content promoting self-harm. Requires crisis referral features for users expressing suicidal ideation. Districts deploying AI tutoring, chatbot, or companion-style tools for students must review compliance with minor-protection and disclosure provisions.
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Bills that failed, died in committee, or were vetoed · they usually come back.
DIED
HB 1676 (2026)HB 1676 · AI in Education Task Force
Would create an Artificial Intelligence in Education Task Force to develop statewide recommendations on equity, data privacy, and AI implementation in K-12 schools. Task force findings would inform future procurement and governance requirements for EdTech vendors operating in Hawaii.
DIED
SB 2212 (2026)SB 2212 · Mandatory AI Literacy for High Schoolers
Would mandate all Hawaii high school juniors and seniors complete a six-week AI literacy course beginning 2027-28, covering machine learning, generative AI, and ethics. Establishes a $5 million AI Education Grant Pilot Program. If enacted, districts must source and vet AI literacy curriculum and tools meeting state standards.
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