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MS SB2437: "Prohibition of Exploitation by Deepfakes Act"; enact.

Dead/Failed Mississippi · 2025 session

Last verified Jun 19, 2026 · official bill text

SB2437 · where it stands

This bill did not become law (dead/failed) · last action Feb 4, 2025.

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In one paragraph

The Prohibition of Exploitation by Deepfakes Act prohibits publishing non-consensual intimate visual depictions and morphed images, with exceptions for lawful disclosures.

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

What it means for business

If you operate a platform that allows user-generated content in Mississippi, you must establish a notification process for non-consensual intimate depictions by 2026 or face penalties.

What this means

The Prohibition of Exploitation by Deepfakes Act establishes strict regulations against the publication of non-consensual intimate visual depictions and morphed images. It mandates that platforms create processes for individuals to report such content, with certain exceptions for lawful disclosures. This law aims to protect individuals from exploitation through advanced technologies like deepfakes.

Key provisions

  1. Prohibits publishing non-consensual intimate visual depictions.
  2. Requires platforms to establish a notification process for reporting violations.
  3. Defines key terms such as 'morphed image' and 'intimate visual depiction'.
  4. Stipulates that consent for creation does not equal consent for publication.
  5. Includes exceptions for lawful disclosures to law enforcement or for medical purposes.
  6. Limits platform liability in certain circumstances.
  7. Imposes penalties including fines and forfeiture of violative materials.
  8. Grants enforcement authority to the Attorney General.

Compliance checklist

  • Establish a notification process for reporting non-consensual intimate visual depictions. Who: Covered platforms Deadline: By 2026 Penalty: Fines and other penalties for non-compliance
  • Remove violative material upon notification from an identifiable individual. Who: Covered platforms Deadline: Immediately upon notification Penalty: Fines and other penalties for non-compliance

Latest legislative action

Feb 4, 2025. Died In Committee

Full analysis

The Prohibition of Exploitation by Deepfakes Act prohibits the use of interactive computer services to knowingly publish intimate visual depictions of identifiable individuals without consent, particularly in circumstances where privacy is expected. It also addresses the publication of morphed images created through AI or other technologies, emphasizing that consent for creation does not imply consent for publication. Covered platforms are required to establish a notification process for individuals to report non-consensual depictions, with specific requirements for the notification process outlined in the bill. The bill includes exceptions for lawful disclosures, such as those made to law enforcement or for medical purposes. Additionally, it limits a covered platform's liability in certain circumstances. Penalties for violations include fines and forfeiture of materials used in the violation. The law grants the Attorney General authority to enforce its provisions and classifies violations as unfair and deceptive trade practices.

Sponsors

NameRoleDistrict
R Sponsor SD-040

Topics and industries

Related topics

AI DeepfakesAI TransparencyAI Liability

Affected industries

MediaConsumer ProtectionTechnology

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