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HI HB546

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/28/2025

Primary Sponsor

Andrew Garrett

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes the Aloha Intelligence Institute under the University of Hawaii's Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation

  • Directs the institute to conduct interdisciplinary AI research in areas including climate resilience, sustainable agriculture, health care, renewable energy, creative media, advanced manufacturing, and cultural/linguistic preservation

  • Requires the institute to develop AI-related education programs including undergraduate/graduate degrees, faculty training, workforce development, K-12 outreach, and student pathways aligned with Department of Education efforts

  • Creates an advisory board led by a director, comprising representatives from UH, state agencies, technology/business/nonprofit sectors, and Native Hawaiian/cultural community leaders

  • Requires biannual reports to the legislature and governor on activities, finances, and recommendations; effective date set as July 1, 3000 (placeholder date)

Legislative Description

Relating To Artificial Intelligence.

UH

Last Action

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

12/8/2025

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means3/20/2025
Higher Education3/4/2025
Finance2/11/2025
Economic Development2/4/2025
Higher Education1/21/2025

Full Bill Text

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