Why it matters

HB 286, introduced by Rep. Doug Fiefia during Utah’s 2026 legislative session, prioritizes transparency over regulation in AI accountability. It creates visibility into how the biggest AI platforms assess and manage risk without imposing prescriptive technical standards for families and tech companies.

The big picture

The AI Transparency Act requires companies operating the largest AI models to publish safety protocols, conduct risk assessments, and report incidents related to catastrophic risk or child safety. The bill does not set technical standards or mandate third-party audits. It focuses solely on disclosure.

What they’re saying

Rep. Doug Fiefia (R-Utah), the bill’s sponsor: “We’re not setting standards. We’re not asking them to do third party audits. But what we’re asking them to do is to be transparent. And so I think as parents, it gives us a little bit more comfort knowing that transparency is kind of holding them accountable.”

The bill has received strong support from parents across Utah, along with actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt who testified at the Capitol in support of the legislation, emphasizing his role as a father concerned about his children’s future.

What to expect

HB 286 passed the House committee unanimously and now moves to the House floor for a vote. If it receives at least 38 votes, it will advance to the Senate for committee review and a floor vote. If approved by the Senate, it will proceed to the Governor’s desk for signature.

The bottom line

For Utah families, HB 286 means greater visibility into how major AI companies assess risks and protect children, giving parents more information to make informed decisions about the technology their kids use.