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Virginia · HB1294 · 2026 session

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

IntroducedContinued to next session in Communications, Technology and Innovation (Voice Vote) · Feb 2, 2026

In plain language

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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Legislative history

5 actions · newest first
  1. Feb 2, 2026HouseContinued to next session in Communications, Technology and Innovation (Voice Vote)
  2. Feb 2, 2026HouseSubcommittee recommends continuing to (Voice Vote)
  3. Jan 29, 2026HouseAssigned HST sub: Communications
  4. Jan 15, 2026HouseReferred to Committee on Communications, Technology and Innovation
  5. Jan 15, 2026HousePresented and ordered printed 26105298D