Alaska 33rd Legislature (2023-2024) Status: In Committee

SB 262 — An Act relating to the state Artificial Intelligence Task Force; and providing for an effective date.

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What changed in the latest version

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Plain-language change summary

The updated version of SB 262 adds a requirement for the task force to prepare and deliver an annual report on artificial intelligence for the years 2024, 2025, and 2026. This change is significant because it ensures that there will be regular updates on the task force's findings and recommendations regarding the development, use, and regulation of artificial intelligence, promoting transparency and ongoing discussion about its implications for state government.

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33-LS1374\S CS FOR SENATE BILL NO.
33-LS1374\B SENATE BILL NO.
262(STA) IN THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF ALASKA THIRTY-THIRD LEGISLATURE - SECOND SESSION BY THE SENATE STATE AFFAIRS COMMITTEE Referred:
262 IN THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF ALASKA THIRTY-THIRD LEGISLATURE - SECOND SESSION BY THE SENATE STATE AFFAIRS COMMITTEE Introduced:
Finance Sponsor(s):
4/2/24 Referred:
SENATE STATE AFFAIRS COMMITTEE A BILL FOR AN ACT ENTITLED "An Act relating to the state Artificial Intelligence Task Force;
State Affairs A BILL FOR AN ACT ENTITLED "An Act relating to the state Artificial Intelligence Task Force;
(c) The task force is composed of SB0262B -1- CSSB 262(STA) New Text Underlined [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] 33-LS1374\S (1) the commissioner of commerce, community, and economic development or the commissioner's designee;
(c) The task force is composed of SB0262A -1- SB 262 New Text Underlined [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] 33-LS1374\B (1) the commissioner of commerce, community, and economic development or the commissioner's designee;
(10) one person appointed by the board of the Alaska Broadcasters Association;
(10) one person appointed by the board of the Alaska Broadcasters Association.
(11) two members of the senate appointed by the president of the senate;
(12) two members of the house of representatives appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives.
The study must (1) assess the development and use of artificial intelligence technology, CSSB 262(STA) -2- SB0262B New Text Underlined [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] 33-LS1374\S including benefits and risks;
The study must (1) assess the development and use of artificial intelligence technology, including benefits and risks;
and (3) review whether state regulation of the artificial intelligence field is needed.
and SB 262 -2- SB0262A New Text Underlined [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] 33-LS1374\B (3) review whether state regulation of the artificial intelligence field is needed.
SB0262B -3- CSSB 262(STA) New Text Underlined [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED]
SB0262A -3- SB 262 New Text Underlined [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED]
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This bill establishes the state Artificial Intelligence Task Force within the Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development.

  • The state Artificial Intelligence Task Force is established in the Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development.

    Creates a new task force to focus on artificial intelligence in the state.

  • The purpose of the task force is to investigate the field of artificial intelligence; and make recommendations for the responsible growth of the state's emerging technology markets, the use of artificial intelligence in state government, and regulation of artificial intelligence.

    Defines the task force's objectives related to artificial intelligence.

  • The task force is composed of various members including commissioners, industry representatives, and legislative members.

    Specifies the composition and membership of the task force.

  • The task force shall select a chair from among its members.

    Establishes the requirement for the task force to have a chair.

  • The task force shall meet at least once each year. The chair of the task force may call additional meetings.

    Sets meeting frequency and organization for the task force.

  • A majority of the membership of the task force constitutes a quorum for the transaction of business.

    Defines quorum requirements for the task force's meetings.

  • The Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development shall provide staff for the task force.

    Assigns responsibility for administrative support to a specific department.

  • The task force shall study the field of artificial intelligence, including benefits and risks, analyze fiscal impacts, and review state regulation needs.

    Mandates the task force to conduct a comprehensive study on the implications of artificial intelligence.

  • The task force shall prepare an annual report in 2024, 2025, and 2026 and deliver the report to the senate secretary and the chief clerk of the house of representatives.

    Requires the task force to produce and submit annual reports detailing their findings and recommendations.

  • In this section, 'artificial intelligence' means a computerized model or system that performs functions generally associated with human intelligence.

    Defines what constitutes artificial intelligence for the purpose of the task force.

  • 'task force' means the state Artificial Intelligence Task Force.

    Clarifies the term 'task force' specifically refers to the established Artificial Intelligence Task Force.

  • Section 1 of this Act is repealed January 19, 2027.

    Establishes a termination date for the task force.

  • This Act takes effect immediately under AS 01.10.070(c).

    Sets immediate effectiveness for the law.

Action History

  1. (S) REFERRED TO FINANCE

  2. (S) FIN REFERRAL ADDED

  3. (S) FN1: (CED)

  4. (S) NR: WIELECHOWSKI, CLAMAN, MERRICK

  5. (S) DP: BJORKMAN

  6. (S) AM: KAWASAKI

  7. (S) STA RPT CS 1DP 3NR 1AM SAME TITLE

  8. (S) Minutes (SSTA)

  9. (S) Moved CSSB 262(STA) Out of Committee

  10. (S) STATE AFFAIRS at 03:30 PM BELTZ 105 (TSBldg)

  11. (S) Minutes (SSTA)

  12. (S) Heard & Held

  13. (S) STATE AFFAIRS at 03:30 PM BELTZ 105 (TSBldg)

  14. (S) STA

  15. (S) READ THE FIRST TIME - REFERRALS

Sponsors

  • Senate State Affairs · Primary

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 64 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

  • Senate State Affairs

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (64)

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors SB 262?
SB 262 is sponsored by Senate State Affairs.
What is the current status of SB 262?
This bill died with 33rd Legislature (2023-2024). It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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