The Safe Kids Act prohibits certain conduct related to child exploitation material, establishes civil actions for violations, and includes AI-generated images in its scope.
If you create or use AI-generated images in Maryland, you must ensure compliance with child exploitation laws or face legal action.
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What This Means
The Safe Kids Act aims to enhance protections against child exploitation by addressing AI-generated images in the context of child pornography. It raises the age of victims considered under the law and empowers the Attorney General to enforce these provisions. This legislation impacts creators and distributors of digital content, particularly those utilizing AI technologies.
Key Provisions
- Prohibits conduct related to child exploitation material.
- Establishes a civil action for violations of the Act.
- Authorizes the Attorney General to enforce provisions.
- Defines 'computer-generated image' to include AI-generated images.
- Increases the age of a child victim from 16 to 18.
Latest Legislative Action
First Reading Senate Rules
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Shaneka Henson D | Sponsor | SD-030 |
Compliance Checklist
Who: Content creators and distributors using AI.
Penalty: Legal action for violations.
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