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SB 1183 - Under the act, a creator, as defined in the act, shall not, within 18 weeks of an election, distribute a synthetic media message that the creator knows or should have known is a deceptive and fraudulent deepfake, as defined in the act. These provisions shall not apply if the creator of the audio or visual media includes a certain disclosure statement, as described in the act. A candidate whose appearance, action, or speech is depicted through the use of a deceptive and fraudulent deepfake may seek injunctive or other equitable relief from the creator prohibiting the publication of such deceptive and fraudulent deepfake. A person in violation of provisions under the act may be subject to certain criminal and civil penalties, as described in the act. The act shall not apply to certain exceptions and media as described in the act. The act is similar to a provision in SCS/HCS/HBs 2628 & 2603 (2024). JULIA SHEVELEVA
SB 1183 prohibits creators from distributing deceptive deepfakes within 18 weeks of an election unless a disclosure statement is included. Exceptions and media types are detailed in the bill.
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What This Means
SB 1183 aims to regulate the use of synthetic media, specifically deepfakes, in the context of elections. It prohibits creators from distributing deceptive deepfake content within 18 weeks of an elect
Key Provisions
- Creators cannot distribute deceptive deepfakes within 18 weeks of an election.
- Disclosure statements can exempt creators from liability under certain conditions.
- Candidates can seek injunctive relief against creators of deceptive deepfakes.
- Violators may face criminal and civil penalties, specifics are in the full bill text.
- Certain exceptions and media types are outlined in the bill.
Latest Legislative Action
Second Read and Referred S General Laws Committee
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Schroer, Nick | Primary | — |
Compliance Checklist
Who: Creators of synthetic media
Deadline: 18 weeks prior to an election
Penalty: Criminal and civil penalties as specified
Who: Creators of synthetic media
Deadline: At the time of distribution
Penalty: Potential legal action from candidates if not included
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