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NY A01509

NY A01509: Requires publishers of books created wholly or partially with the use of generative artificial intelligence to disclose such use of generative artifi… Verified

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Requires publishers of books created wholly or partially with the use of generative artificial intelligence to disclose such use of generative artificial intelligence before the completion of such sale; applies to all printed and digital books consisting of text, pictures, audio, puzzles, games or…

AI Summary

This bill mandates that publishers disclose the use of generative AI in books before the completion of the sale, covering all formats and content types.

Business Impact

If you publish books using generative AI, you must disclose this use before sale or face penalties starting January 1, 2025.

State
New York
Bill Number
A01509
Status
Introduced
Risk Level
Medium
Category
Comprehensive
Last Action
Jan 7, 2026
Last Verified
May 4, 2026
Data Updated
May 4, 2026
What do these statuses mean?
Introduced — Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee — Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed — Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted — Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed — Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown — Status data not yet available or awaiting classification

Affected Industries

Publishing Technology

What This Means

The proposed legislation in New York aims to enhance transparency in the publishing industry by requiring publishers to disclose the use of generative artificial intelligence in their books before the completion of the sale.

Key Provisions

Latest Legislative Action

referred to consumer affairs and protection

Bill Sponsors

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Compliance Checklist

Include a disclosure on the cover of books created with generative AI
Who: Publishers of books
Deadline: Before the completion of any sale
Penalty: Not specified in the bill

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Full Legal Analysis

The bill requires that any book published in New York that is wholly or partially created using generative artificial intelligence must include a conspicuous disclosure before the completion of the sale. This requirement applies to both printed and digital books, regardless of content type.

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