Directing The Artificial Intelligence Commission To Work In Collaboration With The Secretary Of State To Create A Regulatory Sandbox Framework For The Testing Of Innovative And Novel Technologies That Utilize Agentic Artificial Intelligence.

This bill directs the Artificial Intelligence Commission to work with the Secretary of State to create a special framework, called a regulatory sandbox, for testing new technologies that use advanced artificial intelligence. The goal is to allow for safe experimentation and innovation in this rapidly evolving field. This framework will help ensure that these technologies are developed responsibly and effectively.

DE HJR7 is a house bill in the Delaware 153rd General Assembly, sponsored by Krista Griffith (D), currently “Passed” since July 23, 2025.

We track 1,296 Delaware bills this session, 33 of them sponsored by Krista Griffith.

The key recorded vote (Senate, June 30, 2025) ended 21–0 and passed.

Supporters of the bill would highlight that it fosters innovation by providing a structured environment for testing cutting-edge AI technologies. They would argue that this regulatory sandbox will encourage businesses and researchers to explore new possibilities while ensuring safety and compliance, ultimately benefiting the state's economy and technological advancement.

Critics might express concerns that the bill could lead to insufficient oversight of powerful AI technologies. They may argue that creating a regulatory sandbox could allow companies to bypass important regulations, potentially leading to ethical issues or public safety risks associated with unchecked AI development.

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.