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AI Summary
SB1111 addresses digital replicas and aims to clarify consent and impersonation issues.
Business Impact
If you use digital replicas in advertising or media, you must obtain consent from the individuals represented or face legal liability.
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In Committee
— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
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— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
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— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
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What This Means
Senate Bill 1111 addresses California's laws on digital replicas, aiming to clarify consent and impersonation issues.
Key Provisions
- Aims to define 'digital replica' as a computer-generated representation of an individual.
- Suggests that consent is required for the use of digital replicas in advertising.
- Proposes to expand false impersonation laws to include digital replicas.
Latest Legislative Action
Referred to Coms. on P. & C.P. and PUB. S.
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Angelique Ashby D | Sponsor | SD-008 |
Roll Call Votes
S ·
Senate 3rd Reading SB1111 Ashby ·
Apr 30, 2026
36 Yea
0 Nay
4 Other
Passed ✓
S ·
Do pass ·
Apr 21, 2026
6 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
S ·
Do pass, but first be re-referred to the Committee on [Public Safety] ·
Apr 13, 2026
8 Yea
1 Nay
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Obtain consent from individuals before using their digital replicas.
Who: Businesses using digital replicas in advertising or media.
Penalty: Liability for damages and potential punitive damages.
Who: Businesses using digital replicas in advertising or media.
Penalty: Liability for damages and potential punitive damages.
Review and update advertising practices to ensure compliance with new consent requirements.
Who: Marketing and legal teams within businesses.
Penalty: Legal action for unauthorized use.
Who: Marketing and legal teams within businesses.
Penalty: Legal action for unauthorized use.
Full Legal Analysis
Senate Bill 1111 seeks to amend existing laws to address digital replicas, focusing on the need for consent for their use in advertising and other commercial contexts. The bill aims to expand the scope of existing impersonation laws to include digital replicas with intent to deceive. It suggests that businesses utilizing AI technologies to create digital replicas should ensure they have obtained proper consent from individuals depicted. The bill also aims to specify conditions for use without consent and outlines potential penalties for unauthorized use.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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