Human Sovereignty Assurance Protocol (HSAP): Ensuring Human Authority in Advanced AI Governance Systems

The Human Sovereignty Assurance Protocol (HSAP) defines a governance mechanism designed to guarantee the primacy of human authority within advanced artificial intelligence systems. As AI systems become increasingly autonomous, the risk of authority escalation, reinterpretation of human intent, or governance bypass increases significantly. HSAP introduces a formal protocol layer that validates human authorization before decisions propagate through governance layers such as the Decision Authority Layer (DAL) and execution frameworks such as ABIL. The protocol establishes a structured verification pipeline that ensures human instructions remain the root of authority within AI governance architectures. HSAP integrates with broader governance frameworks including the Universal AI Safety Control Standard (UASCS) and the Parivar Governance Stack. By enforcing authority verification, traceability, and governance integrity, HSAP contributes to the development of trustworthy AI infrastructures capable of operating safely within complex socio‑technical systems. Licensing Notice: This protocol is published for academic, research, and standardization purposes. Commercial implementation, deployment, or integration of this protocol within AI systems, governance infrastructures, or commercial AI products may require a separate commercial licensing agreement with the author. For commercial licensing inquiries, please contact the author.