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AI Summary
This bill mandates that publications disclose when content is generated using artificial intelligence or similar technologies.
Business Impact
If you publish content in New York, you must disclose AI-generated material by the effective date or face potential penalties.
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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
What This Means
The proposed legislation in New York aims to enhance transparency in media by requiring publications to identify content created with artificial intelligence. This applies to all forms of media, including articles, images, and videos.
Key Provisions
- Requires publications to disclose AI-generated content.
- Defines 'generative artificial intelligence' broadly.
- Mandates conspicuous labeling on relevant content.
Latest Legislative Action
REFERRED TO CONSUMER PROTECTION
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Lea Webb D | Sponsor | SD-052 |
Compliance Checklist
Disclose AI-generated content in publications
Who: Publishers of newspapers, magazines, and other media
Deadline: By the effective date of the law
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance are unspecified
Who: Publishers of newspapers, magazines, and other media
Deadline: By the effective date of the law
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance are unspecified
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
The bill requires that all newspapers, magazines, and other publications in New York that utilize generative artificial intelligence or similar technologies must clearly indicate which parts of their content were created using such technologies. This includes any article, photograph, video, or visual image that is wholly or partially composed through AI. The bill defines 'generative artificial intelligence' broadly, encompassing various forms of machine learning and automated systems that perform tasks typically requiring human-like perception or cognition. The effective date is set for 60 days after the bill becomes law, emphasizing the need for prompt adaptation by publishers. Although specific penalties for non-compliance are not detailed in the text.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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