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AI Summary
SB1216 mandates the Secretary of Government Operations to evaluate deepfakes' impact and report findings by October 1, 2024.
Business Impact
If you use AI for content creation, monitor developments in deepfake standards by October 2024.
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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
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What This Means
California's SB1216 requires the Secretary of Government Operations to assess the impact of deepfakes and digital content forgery technologies on the state, businesses, and residents. The bill mandates a report to the Legislature by October 1, 2024, detailing potential uses and risks.
Key Provisions
- Section 11547.5(a): Defines 'deepfake' and related terms.
- Section 11547.5(b): Requires evaluation of deepfakes' impact.
- Section 11547.5(c): Mandates development of a coordinated plan.
- Section 11547.5(d): Requires a report to the Legislature by October 1, 2024.
Latest Legislative Action
Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 885, Statutes of 2022.
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Lena Gonzalez D | Sponsor | SD-033 |
| Marc Berman D | Sponsor | HD-024 |
Roll Call Votes (showing 3 of 10)
S ·
Unfinished Business SB1216 Gonzalez et al. Concurrence ·
Aug 22, 2022
40 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
A ·
SB 1216 Gonzalez Senate Third Reading By Berman ·
Aug 18, 2022
76 Yea
0 Nay
4 Other
Passed ✓
A ·
Do pass as amended ·
Aug 11, 2022
12 Yea
0 Nay
4 Other
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Ensure compliance with deepfake regulations
Who: Individuals and entities creating or distributing deepfakes
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance
Who: Individuals and entities creating or distributing deepfakes
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance
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