Establishes the "AI Non-Sentience and Responsibility Act"
HB 1462 declares that AI systems are non-sentient entities with no legal personhood, meaning they cannot be considered persons, spouses, corporate officers, or owners of property. The bill assigns legal responsibility for harm caused by AI to human owners or developers (not the AI itself), requiring owners to maintain oversight for systems impacting safety and developers to address design defects. It prohibits shifting blame to AI, mandates safety measures for high-risk AI, and prevents corporations from evading liability through shell entities in cases of significant harm. The law applies to all AI systems developed, owned, or operated in the state after August 28, 2025.
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 25, 2025
Last action May 15, 2025
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May 15, 2025
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Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Feb 25, 2025
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