In one paragraph
Alabama's SB 129 would require developers of generative AI systems that produce images, video or audiovisual content to include a clear, conspicuous and unavoidable disclosure that the content is AI-generated, plus metadata naming the tool and creation time, and to take reasonable steps to stop licensees and end users removing it. Violations would be unlawful trade practices with a private right of action. Referred to Senate Judiciary January 13, 2026; the bill died when the 2026 regular session ended without final passage.
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What it means for business
None: the bill did not pass and is not law. Had it passed, it would have required generative AI developers offering image and video tools in Alabama to add disclosures and metadata.
Key provisions
- Would require developers to ensure AI-generated images, video and audiovisual content carry a clear and conspicuous AI-generated notice, with metadata identifying the content as AI-generated, the tool used, and the date and time
- Would require the disclosure, to the extent technically feasible, to be permanent or not easily removed by later users
- Would require developers to impose contract terms and certifications forbidding end users and third-party licensees from removing disclosures, and to end access when they have reason to believe a disclosure was removed
- Would require third-party licensees to adopt similar procedures for their end users
- Would make a violation an unlawful trade practice under the Deceptive Trade Practices Act, with the Attorney General able to give 30 days' written notice to cure before suing
- Would let an injured person bring an action under Section 8-19-10, Code of Alabama 1975
- Not enacted: the proposed effective date was October 1, 2026, but the bill stayed in Senate Judiciary after first reading
Latest legislative action
Jan 13, 2026. Pending Senate Judiciary; died when the Alabama Legislature's 2026 regular session ended April 9, 2026
Sponsors (showing 5 of 10)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Bell | Primary |
| Bobby D. Singleton D | Primary |
| Chambliss | Primary |
| Elliott | Primary |
| McClendon | Primary |
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