House approves bill restricting DEI language in state AI procurement

Mar 2, 2026

The House passed House Bill 687, which requires state contracts for AI language models to exclude DEI principles built into model code and allows contract termination or access to source code if agencies later determine noncompliance, sponsors said.

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The Idaho House passed House Bill 687 after sponsor testimony and floor questions addressing enforcement and proprietary concerns.

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