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NH HB1710: Relative to civil actions regarding the prohibited use of synthetic media.

Dead/Failed New Hampshire · 2024 session

Last verified May 1, 2026 · official bill text

HB1710 · where it stands

This bill did not become law (dead/failed) · last action Feb 1, 2024.

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In effect
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In one paragraph

HB1710 establishes a civil cause of action for the distribution of misleading synthetic media in New Hampshire.

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

What it means for business

If you distribute synthetic media, ensure compliance with disclosure requirements by July 1, 2024, or face legal action.

What this means

HB1710 addresses the distribution of misleading synthetic media, creating civil remedies and specific requirements for election-related synthetic media use. It is under review by the Judiciary Committee.

Key provisions

  1. 507:8-j - Distribution of Misleading Synthetic Media
  2. 14-c - Use of Synthetic Media in Political Communications

Compliance checklist

  • Ensure that synthetic media does not violate the provisions of this bill. Who: Creators and distributors of synthetic media. Deadline: By the effective date of the bill, once passed. Penalty: Legal consequences for non-compliance.

Latest legislative action

Feb 1, 2024. Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 02/01/2024 House Journal 3 P. 10

Full analysis

House Bill 1710, introduced in New Hampshire, creates a civil cause of action for the distribution of misleading synthetic media. According to Section 507:8-j, 'synthetic media' is defined as any media form created or modified using artificial intelligence algorithms. The bill outlines that a person engages in the distribution of misleading synthetic media if they distribute or make publicly available such media without the consent of the identifiable person, without a conspicuous notice identifying it as synthetic, and with the intent to mislead others about the acts of the identifiable person. Remedies for those misled or depicted include equitable relief, actual damages, costs and fees, and exemplary damages of at least $1,000 per plaintiff. The Attorney General or county attorneys may enforce these provisions, and additional actions are allowed if the distribution occurs within 90 days of an election with intent to influence the result. Furthermore, Section 14-c mandates disclosures for political communications involving synthetic media, requiring a statement that the communication was created with AI assistance. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2024.

Sponsors (showing 5 of 10)

NameRoleDistrict
D Sponsor HD-09-MER
D Sponsor SD-004
D Sponsor HD-08-HIL
D Sponsor HD-20-MER
D Sponsor HD-04-STR

Topics and industries

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