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HB1294Virginia2026 sessionIntroduced

Use of artificial intelligence-based tools; covered artificial intelligence, disclosure of use.

Plain-language summary

Requires Virginia law enforcement to disclose in police reports when covered AI was used in a criminal investigation, and to provide that disclosure to prosecutors and the individual under investigation. Mandates that AI-generated draft reports and their audit trails be retained as long as the final report, identifying who used AI, what changes were made, and what footage was used. Allows the Attorney General and affected residents to bring civil actions to enforce these requirements.

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History
Jan 15, 2026
HPresented and ordered printed 26105298D
Jan 15, 2026
HReferred to Committee on Communications, Technology and Innovation
Jan 29, 2026
HAssigned HST sub: Communications
Feb 2, 2026
HSubcommittee recommends continuing to (Voice Vote)
Feb 2, 2026
HContinued to next session in Communications, Technology and Innovation (Voice Vote)
Progress
IntroducedJan 15, 2026
Engrossed
Enrolled
Passed
Signed into law
Sponsors
NC
Rep. Nadarius Clark (D)Prime sponsor
MM
Rep. Michelle Maldonado (D)
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