In one paragraph
The bill mandates disclosures for campaign materials that use synthetic media, ensuring transparency in political advertising.
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What it means for business
If you publish campaign materials using synthetic media in Maryland, you must include a disclosure or face penalties.
What this means
Maryland's HB740 aims to enhance transparency in political campaigns by requiring candidates and campaign entities to disclose the use of synthetic media in their materials. This legislation targets the growing concern over manipulated images and videos, ensuring voters are informed about the authenticity of campaign content.
Key provisions
- Candidates must disclose the use of synthetic media in campaign materials.
- Campaign finance entities are required to comply with the disclosure mandate.
- The bill defines 'synthetic media' as intentionally manipulated images, audio, or video.
- Disclosure must be made in a specified manner.
- The bill is aimed at increasing transparency in political advertising.
Compliance checklist
- Include a disclosure in campaign materials if synthetic media is used
Latest legislative action
Jan 28, 2025. Hearing 2/11 at 1:00 p.m.
Full analysis
Sponsors (showing 5 of 11)
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Anne Kaiser D | Sponsor | HD-014 |
| Chris Tomlinson R | Sponsor | HD-005 |
| Deni Taveras D | Sponsor | HD-047 |
| Jen Terrasa D | Sponsor | HD-013 |
| Joseline Pena-Melnyk D | Sponsor | HD-021 |
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