SB2788Hawaii2026 sessionIntroduced
Relating To Artificial Intelligence For The Protection Of Minors.
Plain-language summary
Establishes safeguards and oversight requirements governing interactions between minors and AI companion systems or conversational AI services. Imposes penalties for violations of these protections. Addresses the specific risks that AI-driven companion and conversational products pose to children.
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History
Jan 23, 2026
SIntroduced.
Jan 26, 2026
SPassed First Reading.
Jan 30, 2026
SReferred to LBT/HHS, JDC.
Progress
IntroducedJan 23, 2026
Engrossed
Enrolled
Passed
Signed into law
Sponsors
JK
Sen. Jarrett Keohokalole (D)Prime sponsor
SC
Sen. Stanley Chang (D)
TH
Sen. Troy Hashimoto (D)
MK
Sen. Michelle Kidani (D)
RL
Sen. Rachele Fernandez Lamosao (D)
TR
Sen. Tim Richards (D)
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