MI AI Safety Transparency Act
Michigan AI Safety and Security Transparency Act (HB 4668)
Creates the AI Safety and Security Transparency Act requiring large AI developers to conduct regular risk assessments, third-party audits, and publicly disclose safety protocols. Targets 'critical risk' scenarios (harm to 100+ people or $100M+ damages). Applies to developers spending $100M+ annually on AI or $5M+ on individual models.
Jurisdiction
Michigan
Enacted
Pending
Effective
TBD
Enforcement
Michigan Department of Attorney General (presumed)
Referred to House Communications and Technology Committee; motion to discharge Sept 18, 2025
Michigan LegislatureWhy It Matters
Would be one of the most comprehensive state-level AI safety laws if enacted. Spending thresholds ($100M annual or $5M per model) target major AI developers. 'Critical risk' definition sets concrete harm thresholds.
Recent Developments
Introduced by Rep. Sarah Lightner (R-Springport). Part of a two-bill package with HB 4667. Motion to discharge from committee filed September 18, 2025.
At a Glance
Applies to
Harms addressed
Who Must Comply
- AI developers spending $100M+ annually on AI development
- AI developers spending $5M+ on individual foundation models
- Foundation model developers in Michigan
Obligations fall on:
Applicability thresholds:
Safety Provisions
- Mandatory risk assessments for foundation models
- Third-party safety audits required
- Public disclosure of safety protocols
- Testing for dangerous capabilities
- Safeguards to mitigate critical risks
Compliance & Enforcement
Key Dates
Jan 1, 2026
Target implementation date for safety protocols (if enacted)
Penalties
Penalties pending regulatory determination
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Focus Areas
Cite This
APA
Michigan. (n.d.). Michigan AI Safety and Security Transparency Act (HB 4668).
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Last updated January 23, 2026. Verify against primary sources before relying on this information.