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IN HB1283: Use of altered media in elections.

Dead/Failed Indiana · 2024 session

Last verified Oct 17, 2026 · official bill text

HB1283 · where it stands

This bill did not become law (dead/failed) · last action Jan 9, 2024.

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In one paragraph

Indiana's HB 1283 (2024) would have barred anyone who finances a candidate communication from disseminating 'fabricated media' (altered recordings or generative-AI imitations made without consent) of a candidate in an election within 90 days, to injure the candidate or party or influence the outcome, unless it carries the disclaimer 'This media has been manipulated or generated by artificial intelligence.' A depicted candidate could sue; the bill sets no criminal penalties. Referred to committee January 9, 2024; it did not pass.

Plain-English summary, written with AI assistance. The official text controls.

What it means for business

None: the bill did not pass and never became law. Had it passed, campaign communication financiers would have needed consent or the AI disclaimer within 90 days of an election or faced civil suits.

Key provisions

  1. New IC 3-9-3-0.3 defines fabricated media: altered recordings, and lifelike generative-AI imitations, made without consent
  2. New IC 3-9-3-2.6 applies to anyone who spends money to finance a communication advocating for or against a clearly identified candidate or soliciting a contribution
  3. Dissemination barred when all apply: the person knows or reasonably should know it is fabricated, it depicts a non-consenting candidate in an election within 90 days, the purpose is to injure the candidate or party or influence the outcome, and no compliant disclaimer is included
  4. Disclaimer text: 'This media has been manipulated or generated by artificial intelligence', with print, audio and video format rules
  5. A depicted candidate may sue; a prevailing plaintiff may recover actual damages, injunctive relief, costs and reasonable attorney's fees, and the court may award special or punitive damages
  6. Referred to Elections and Apportionment January 9, 2024; no further action recorded; not passed before the 2024 session ended

Latest legislative action

Jan 9, 2024. First reading: referred to Committee on Elections and Apportionment

Sponsors

NameRoleDistrict
D Sponsor HD-100
D Sponsor HD-082

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