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CA AB1836

CA AB1836: Use of likeness: digital replica. Reviewed

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AI Summary

AB1836 proposes amendments to Section 3344.1 of the Civil Code to regulate digital replicas. Specific provisions will be confirmed upon availability of the full bill text.

Business Impact

If you use digital replicas, review compliance with amended Section 3344.1 to avoid legal issues.

State
California
Bill Number
AB1836
Status
Passed Both Chambers
Risk Level
Medium
Category
Amendment
Effective Date
Sep 17, 2024
Last Action
Sep 17, 2024
Last Verified
Apr 30, 2026
Data Updated
Apr 30, 2026
What do these statuses mean?
Introduced — Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee — Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed — Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted — Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed — Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown — Status data not yet available or awaiting classification

Affected Industries

Technology Entertainment Advertising

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What This Means

AB1836 seeks to modify California's Civil Code by amending Section 3344.1 to regulate digital replicas. Details on consent, usage rights, and exceptions await the full bill text.

Key Provisions

Latest Legislative Action

Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 258, Statutes of 2024.

Bill Sponsors

Name Role District
Sponsor HD-016

Roll Call Votes (showing 3 of 9)

A · AB 1836 BAUER-KAHAN Concurrence in Senate Amendments · Aug 31, 2024
57 Yea 8 Nay 14 Other Passed ✓
S · Assembly 3rd Reading AB1836 Bauer-Kahan By Ashby · Aug 31, 2024
33 Yea 4 Nay 3 Other Passed ✓
S · Do pass as amended · Aug 15, 2024
5 Yea 1 Nay 1 Other Passed ✓

Compliance Checklist

Obtain consent for using likenesses in digital formats
Who: Businesses utilizing digital replicas
Deadline: Upon enactment of the bill
Penalty: Potential legal action for unauthorized use

Full Legal Analysis

AB1836 is a legislative measure proposing amendments to Section 3344.1 of the California Civil Code. The bill aims to address the use of likenesses through digital replicas. Specifics on consent, usage rights, and exceptions will be confirmed with the full bill text.

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