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AI Summary
SB6 criminalizes the unlawful dissemination or sale of AI-generated images of individuals, effective August 1, 2024.
Business Impact
If you create or distribute AI-generated images in Louisiana, you must ensure compliance with this law by August 1, 2024, or face criminal penalties.
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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
Unknown
— Status data not yet available or awaiting classification
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What This Means
SB6 establishes a new crime in Louisiana targeting the unauthorized dissemination or sale of images generated by artificial intelligence. This legislation aims to protect individuals from potential misuse of AI technology that creates realistic images without consent.
Key Provisions
- Establishes the crime of unlawful dissemination or sale of AI-generated images.
- Requires consent from individuals before distributing or selling their AI-generated likeness.
- Effective date set for August 1, 2024.
Latest Legislative Action
Effective date 8/1/2024.
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Patrick Connick R | Sponsor | SD-008 |
Roll Call Votes
S ·
Senate Vote on SB 6 CONCUR (#766) ·
May 15, 2024
35 Yea
0 Nay
4 Other
Passed ✓
H ·
House Vote on SB 6 FINAL PASSAGE (#1040) ·
May 14, 2024
94 Yea
0 Nay
11 Other
Passed ✓
S ·
Senate Vote on SB 6 FINAL PASSAGE (#227) ·
Apr 8, 2024
39 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
Amendments (8)
Senate Committee Amendment #669 JUDC Proposed
Pending
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Senate Committee Amendment #664 JUDC Draft
Pending
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Senate Committee Amendment #643 JUDC Draft
Pending
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Senate Floor Amendment #968 Connick Adopted
Adopted
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Senate Floor Amendment #1753 Connick Adopted
Adopted
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House Committee Amendment #3644 ACRJ Draft
Pending
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House Committee Amendment #3680 ACRJ Proposed
Pending
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House Floor Amendment #4058 Villio Proposed
Pending
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Compliance Checklist
Obtain consent from individuals before using their likeness in AI-generated images.
Who: Businesses and individuals creating or distributing AI-generated images.
Deadline: By August 1, 2024.
Penalty: Criminal charges for unlawful dissemination or sale.
Who: Businesses and individuals creating or distributing AI-generated images.
Deadline: By August 1, 2024.
Penalty: Criminal charges for unlawful dissemination or sale.
Full Legal Analysis
SB6 creates the crime of unlawful dissemination or sale of images of another created by artificial intelligence. The bill prohibits individuals from distributing or selling AI-generated images of others without their consent, thereby addressing concerns related to privacy and misuse of technology. Compliance is required from any entity or individual involved in the creation or distribution of such images, effective August 1, 2024. Penalties for non-compliance are not specified in the provided text. Key definitions, such as what constitutes an 'image created by artificial intelligence,' will be crucial for compliance.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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