Technology

passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 2, 2026

HB 448: RELATING TO TECHNOLOGY ENABLEMENT.

Appropriates funds to the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation to assist small businesses, including those related to the tourism sector, with technology enablement. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyAppropriates funds to Hawaii Tech Development Corp for small business technology enablement, directly advancing tech adoption and support.95% confidence

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 30, 2026

SB 3017: RELATING TO PRIVACY.

Prohibits the sale of geolocation information and internet browser information without consent. Prohibits the sale of data collected through eavesdropping or through an application operating in the background of a device that uses the device's microphone.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits sale of geolocation, browser, and eavesdropping data without consent, directly protecting user privacy in technology policies.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy Tags Privacy

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 665: RELATING TO DATA SHARING.

HB 665 establishes a data sharing and governance working group within the state's Office of Enterprise Technology Services to develop policies and best practices for sharing government data across agencies. The bill appropriates funds to support this group's work, which will help state agencies improve how they handle and share data. This bill directly affects state agencies that manage public data, as it creates a formal process for coordinating data sharing efforts. The key mechanism is the creation of this dedicated working group with dedicated funding, rather than changing existing data laws.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds working group to develop data sharing policies, enhancing government data governance which supports data privacy and management practices.85% confidence

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 935: RELATING TO DIGITAL EQUITY.

Establishes and appropriates funds for a digital navigator pilot program to offer technical assistance with computers and electronic devices to residents.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds digital navigator program to provide tech assistance and expand access to devices, directly supporting digital equity and internet access.95% confidence

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passed · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 557: RELATING TO TELEHEALTH.

Extends the sunset date of Act 107, SLH 2023, which allows for the reimbursement of services provided through telehealth via an interactive telecommunications system, until 12/31/2026. (HD2)

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExtends telehealth reimbursement until 2026, maintaining access to virtual healthcare services and supporting continued patient access to care.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyExtends telehealth reimbursement via interactive telecom systems, maintaining funding for tech-enabled healthcare access without restrictions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Telehealth Telecommunications

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passed both · Hawaii · Senate May 1, 2026

SB 2320: RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.

Establishes the Kuleana AgTech Pathways Program to create career pipelines in the fields of agriculture and agricultural technology. Requires the University of Hawaii to collaborate with the Department of Education, Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, Agribusiness Development Corporation, Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, and appropriate community organizations to develop and administer the program. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes AgTech career pathways program with DOE collaboration, appropriates funds for educational pipeline development, directly advancing K-12/higher education opportunities in agricultural fields.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentCreates agtech career pathways with DLIR collaboration, funding workforce development in agriculture sector to advance employment opportunities.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds AgTech career pathways via University of Hawaii collaboration, directly advancing agricultural technology sector through program development and appropriations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Feb 2, 2026

SB 3329: RELATING TO PUBLIC TESTIMONY.

Prohibits state and county boards from considering written testimony submitted by an individual member of the public unless the written testimony includes certain information necessary for the board to verify the authenticity of the testimony and communicate with the testifier. Prohibits boards from disclosing any personal information obtained through written public testimony, except the name of the testifier, unless authorized by the testifier. Requires each house of the Legislature to adopt or amend rules to apply the written public testimony verification process to certain hearings conducted by its standing committees. Effective 1/1/2028.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects personal information in public testimony by prohibiting disclosure except names, aligning with data privacy safeguards under technology policies.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 30, 2026

SB 2788: RELATING TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR THE PROTECTION OF MINORS.

Establishes safeguards, protections, oversight, and penalties for interactions between minors and artificial intelligence companion systems or conversational artificial intelligence services.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes safeguards, oversight, and penalties for AI interactions with minors, aligning with regulating tech companies for consumer protection and data privacy safeguards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Online Safety Social Media

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in committee · Hawaii · House Jan 28, 2026

HB 2013: RELATING TO PUBLIC HOUSING.

Requires the Hawaii Public Housing Authority to develop and implement a comprehensive safety plan that includes the use of safety technologies for all public housing statewide. Requires the Authority to adopt policies that protect civil liberties and safeguard data and engage with public housing residents regarding the use of safety technologies. Appropriates funds.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funds for public housing safety plan, directly funding a public service program under state budget.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates safety plan with privacy protections for public housing residents and appropriates funds, strengthening tenant safety and housing program integrity.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates data safeguarding policies and funds safety technologies in public housing, directly advancing privacy protections and tech implementation per bill's requirements.95% confidence

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 6, 2026

HB 2607: RELATING TO PUBLICITY RIGHTS.

HB 2607 protects individuals' right to publicity by prohibiting the unauthorized use of a person's likeness or voice in AI-generated deepfakes. The bill directly affects people whose image, voice, or persona could be replicated without consent through artificial intelligence. Its key provision bans creating or distributing AI-generated content that mimics a person's identity for commercial or public purposes without permission. This creates a clear legal barrier against non-consensual deepfake exploitation, focusing on preventing harm rather than regulating AI technology broadly.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits non-consensual AI deepfakes, protecting individuals' privacy rights and regulating AI misuse for consumer protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Consumer Data Protection

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