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

VA · Legislation · 2026 · HB797

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Introduced

Record updated Apr 8, 2026

Summary

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.

Timeline

2026-04-08

Approved by Governor-Chapter 425 (effective 7/1/2026)

2026-04-08

Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0425)

2026-04-06

H

Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB797)

2026-03-31

H

Signed by Speaker

2026-03-31

H

Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 31, 2026

2026-03-31

Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026

2026-03-30

H

Enrolled

2026-03-30

H

Bill text as passed House and Senate (HB797ER)

Bill Text

Pending

Bill Text is not available yet for this record.

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