HI SR165

Requests the Hawaiʻi Civil Rights Commission to examine whether existing state anti-discrimination laws adequately address discrimination arising from algorithmic and automated decision systems, including AI tools used in employment screening, tenant selection, credit decisions, and public benefits eligibility.

The examination should assess jurisdictional and evidentiary challenges associated with algorithmic discrimination claims and evaluate whether guidance, rulemaking, or administrative clarification is needed.

The Commission should consider establishing an intake or complaint pathway for alleged algorithmic discrimination and provide recommendations for any legislative action needed to ensure civil rights protections remain effective.

A report with findings and recommendations, including any proposed legislation, must be submitted to the Legislature no later than twenty days prior to the Regular Session of 2027.