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KY HB63: AN ACT relating to privacy protection.

Dead/Failed Kentucky · 2026 session

Last verified May 24, 2026 · official bill text

HB63 · where it stands

This bill did not become law (dead/failed) · last action Jan 14, 2026.

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In effect
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Dead / vetoed
Vetoed, failed, or the session ended without action.

In one paragraph

This bill establishes regulations on the dissemination of deep fakes, including definitions, limitations, and penalties for violations.

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

What it means for business

If you create or share digital content in Kentucky, you must ensure it does not include deep fakes or face criminal penalties.

What this means

Kentucky's HB63 aims to regulate the dissemination of deep fakes by defining key terms and establishing penalties for unlawful actions. This legislation is crucial for content creators and distributors, as it outlines specific limitations and exceptions. Businesses operating in digital media must be aware of these new regulations to avoid legal repercussions.

Key provisions

  1. Defines terms related to deep fakes.
  2. Establishes limitations on the dissemination of deep fakes.
  3. Specifies exceptions to the limitations.
  4. Sets a statute of limitations for legal actions regarding deep fakes.
  5. Imposes criminal penalties for illegal dissemination of deep fakes.

Compliance checklist

  • Ensure all digital content does not include deep fakes unless compliant with exceptions. Who: Content creators and distributors. Penalty: Criminal penalties for violations.
  • Review and update content policies to align with new definitions and limitations. Who: Businesses operating in digital media. Penalty: Potential legal action for non-compliance.

Latest legislative action

Jan 14, 2026. to Judiciary (H); died when the Kentucky General Assembly's 2026 regular session ended April 15, 2026

Full analysis

HB63 introduces a new section to KRS Chapter 411 that defines terms related to deep fakes and establishes limitations on their dissemination. It also creates a new section in KRS Chapter 413 to set a statute of limitations for actions filed against the unlawful dissemination of deep fakes. Furthermore, the bill proposes a new section in KRS Chapter 519 that outlines criminal penalties for individuals who illegally disseminate deep fakes. Compliance will be necessary for all entities involved in the creation or distribution of digital content, particularly those utilizing AI technologies. The penalties for non-compliance could include criminal charges, emphasizing the importance of adhering to these new regulations. This bill aligns with similar legislative efforts in other states to address the growing concerns surrounding deep fakes and their potential misuse.

Sponsors (showing 5 of 11)

NameRoleDistrict
R Sponsor HD-029
D Sponsor HD-030
R Sponsor HD-013
R Sponsor HD-037
R Sponsor HD-036

Related and companion bills

Topics and industries

Related topics

AI Deepfakes

Affected industries

Consumer ProtectionLaw EnforcementMedia

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