HB1746

Establishes the "AI Nonsentience and Responsibility Act"

Introduced·1/7/26

Establishes the "AI Nonsentience and Responsibility Act" to clarify liability and non-personhood of AI systems.

The "AI Nonsentience and Responsibility Act" clarifies that artificial intelligence systems are non-sentient and cannot be granted legal personhood. It attributes any proprietary interests or harm caused by AI to the human developers or owners. Owners must maintain oversight and implement safety measures. Liability protections cannot be used to evade responsibility for harm caused by AI. Owners or developers must notify authorities and cooperate with investigations if AI causes severe incidents. The act applies to AI systems developed, owned, or operated after August 28, 2026.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 30

1:30 PM

Rules - Administrative Executive Session

Feb 25

4:30 PM

Emerging Issues Executive Session

History

Mar 30

House

Executive Session Completed (H)

Mar 30

House

Voted Do Pass (H)

Mar 30

House

Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 9 NOES: 0 PRESENT: 0