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HB 797 Enacted

Artificial intelligence; framework for person/entity acting as an independent verification org.

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Joint Commission on Technology and Science; artificial intelligence; independent verification organizations. Directs the Joint Commission on Technology and Science (JCOTS) to evaluate the feasibility and impact of developing a framework for any person or entity seeking to act as an independent verification organization that assesses artificial intelligence models' or applications' adherence to standards reflecting best practices for the prevention of personal injury and property damage. The bill directs JCOTS to submit a report with its recommendations and any findings to the Chairs of the Senate Committees on Finance and Appropriations and General Laws and Technology and the House Committees on Appropriations and Communications, Technology and Innovation by November 1, 2026.

This bill is identical to SB 384.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Jan 13, 2026
Last action
Apr 8, 2026 — Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0425)
Session
2026
Momentum
86 · Very high