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The Conversation

The Conversation: State Legislature; AI regulations

By Catherine Cruz,
Ashley Mizuo, Mark Ladao, Maddie Bender
Published January 21, 2026 at 11:24 AM HST
The Hawaiʻi State Capitol on opening day of the 2026 legislative session on Jan. 21.
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The Hawaiʻi State Capitol on opening day of the 2026 legislative session on Jan. 21.

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Ashley Mizuo
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Maddie Bender
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