HB2591Hawaii2026 sessionIntroduced
Relating To Artificial Intelligence.
Plain-language summary
Directs Hawaii's Chief Data Officer to develop and publish an AI-powered chatbot on the state's open data portal to help the public navigate statewide services. Also requires the Chief Data Officer to establish a procurement evaluation system for AI governance tools and a public reporting mechanism for AI use cases across state departments. Appropriates funds for these purposes.
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History
Jan 28, 2026
HIntroduced and Pass First Reading.
Feb 2, 2026
HReferred to ECD, FIN, referral sheet 6
Progress
IntroducedJan 28, 2026
Engrossed
Enrolled
Passed
Signed into law
Sponsors
SQ
Rep. Sean Quinlan (D)Prime sponsor
AG
Rep. Andrew Garrett (D)
GI
Rep. Greggor Ilagan (D)
KK
Rep. Kirstin Kahaloa (D)
SL
Rep. Sue Keohokapu-Lee Loy (D)
DK
Rep. Darius Kila (D)
Sources
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