Washington legislation · 2025-26 Regular Session
Washington HB1833: AI grant program
Status: Passed one chamber, March 12, 2026
Creating an artificial intelligence grant program.
What the bill says
An act Relating to creating an artificial intelligence grant program to promote the economic development of innovative uses of artificial intelligence; amending 2024 c 163 s 2 (uncodified); adding new sections to chapter 43.330 RCW; and creating new sections. NEW SECTION.
From the introduced text:
AN ACT Relating to creating an artificial intelligence grant program to promote the economic development of innovative uses of artificial intelligence; amending 2024 c 163 s 2 (uncodified); adding new sections to chapter 43.330 RCW; and creating new sections. NEW SECTION. Sec. 1. The legislature recognizes that fostering technological innovation is essential for Washington state's economic growth and long-term competitiveness. By investing in emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, the state can access new sources of revenue, create high paying jobs, and position itself as a national leader in cutting-edge industries. Artificial intelligence-driven solutions have the potential to address critical statewide challenges, such as predicting and managing wildfires, improving the effectiveness of cybersecurity, and improving public health responses. Supporting the development of these technologies will not only strengthen Washington's economy, but also enhance public safety and government efficiency. Therefore, the legislature intends to establish an innovation grant program to support organizations that create transformative new technologies. These grants will provide critical funding to startups, research institutions, and companies working on advancements with broad public benefits, ensuring that Washington remains at the forefront of technological progress. By encouraging innovation, this act will drive economic expansion, attract private investment, and equip the state with cutting-edge tools to address its most pressing challenges. NEW SECTION. Sec. 2. A new section is added to chapter …
Sponsors
- Michael Keaton (R) · primary sponsor
- Stephanie Barnard (R)
- Joshua Penner (R)
- Carolyn Eslick (R)
- Osman Salahuddin (D)
Latest actions
- : By resolution, returned to House Rules Committee for third reading.
- : Executive session scheduled, but no action was taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means at 10:30 AM.
- : Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means at 2:30 PM.
- : Referred to Ways & Means.
- : And refer to Ways & Means.
- : ENET - Majority; do pass with amendment
- : Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Environment, Energy & Technology at 1:30 PM.
- : First reading, referred to Environment, Energy & Technology.
- : Third reading, passed; yeas, 96; nays, 1; absent, 0; excused, 1.
- : Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading.
Votes
- Senate Committee on Environment, Energy & Technology: Do pass as amended (February 24, 2026): 9 yea, 0 nay, passed
- 3rd Reading & Final Passage (February 17, 2026): 96 yea, 1 nay, passed
- House Committee on Appropriations: The second substitute bill be substituted therefor and the second substitute bill do pass (February 2, 2026): 27 yea, 0 nay, passed
- 3rd Reading & Final Passage (March 5, 2025): 92 yea, 5 nay, passed
- House Committee on Appropriations: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass (February 27, 2025): 29 yea, 0 nay, passed
Subjects: NAMED ACTS, BUSINESSES, PUBLIC FUNDS AND ACCOUNTS
Common questions
- What is HB1833?
- HB1833 is a bill in the Washington Legislature (2025-26 Regular Session): AI grant program.
- What does HB1833 do?
- In its own words: An act Relating to creating an artificial intelligence grant program to promote the economic development of innovative uses of artificial intelligence; amending 2024 c 163 s 2 (uncodified); adding new sections to chapter 43.330 RCW; and creating new sections. NEW SECTION.
- What is the status of HB1833?
- Passed one chamber as of March 12, 2026. Latest action: By resolution, returned to House Rules Committee for third reading. (March 12, 2026).
- Who sponsored HB1833?
- Michael Keaton (R), with 4 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for HB1833?
- On the Washington Legislature website: https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1833&Year=2025
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