The proposed bill aims to enhance transparency in the development and deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) systems in Washington State by introducing a new chapter to Title 19 of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW). It defines key terms related to AI, such as "aggregate consumer information," "artificial intelligence system or service," and "generative artificial intelligence system or service." The bill mandates that developers of generative AI systems or services publicly disclose detailed documentation about the datasets used for training these systems before they are made available to the public. This includes information about the sources of the datasets, their characteristics, and whether they contain personal or aggregate consumer information. However, certain exceptions apply, such as for systems focused solely on security and integrity or those developed for national security purposes.

To enforce compliance, the bill designates the attorney general as the authority responsible for overseeing adherence to these requirements. Developers found in violation of the transparency mandates may face civil penalties of $5,000 per day. Before initiating legal action, the attorney general is required to notify the developer of the alleged violation and provide a 45-day period for the developer to rectify the issue. If the violation is not addressed within this timeframe, the attorney general can proceed with legal action. Overall, the bill seeks to ensure that consumers are informed about the AI systems they interact with, thereby promoting accountability and trust in AI technologies.