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AI Summary
HB449 prohibits the unlawful production or distribution of sexually explicit deep fake media without consent, effective September 1, 2023.
Business Impact
If you produce or distribute media using AI in Texas, you must ensure consent from depicted individuals by September 1, 2025, or face legal 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
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What This Means
HB449 aims to combat the misuse of deep fake technology in creating sexually explicit media. It establishes legal consequences for individuals who produce or distribute such content without consent.
Key Provisions
- Amends Section 21.165 of the Penal Code to include deep fake media.
- Defines deep fake media as altered visual depictions using AI or other technologies.
- Criminalizes the production or distribution of deep fake media without consent.
- Establishes that the law applies only to offenses committed after the effective date.
- Effective date set for September 1, 2023.
Latest Legislative Action
Vetoed by the Governor
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 9)
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Cesar Blanco D | Sponsor | SD-029 |
| Jared Patterson R | Sponsor | HD-106 |
| Joan Huffman R | Sponsor | SD-017 |
| Juan Hinojosa D | Sponsor | SD-020 |
| Judith Zaffirini D | Sponsor | SD-021 |
Roll Call Votes (showing 3 of 4)
H ·
House concurs in Senate amendment(s) RV#3961 ·
May 28, 2025
134 Yea
1 Nay
15 Other
Passed ✓
S ·
Three day rule suspended ·
May 23, 2025
31 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
S ·
Read 3rd time ·
May 23, 2025
31 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Obtain consent from individuals depicted in deep fake media before production or distribution.
Who: Media producers and distributors using AI technology.
Deadline: By September 1, 2025.
Penalty: Potential criminal charges for non-compliance.
Who: Media producers and distributors using AI technology.
Deadline: By September 1, 2025.
Penalty: Potential criminal charges for non-compliance.
Full Legal Analysis
HB449 amends the Texas Penal Code to prohibit the production or distribution of deep fake media that depicts individuals in sexually explicit contexts without their consent. The bill defines 'deep fake media' as any visual depiction altered through technological means, making it appear as though a real person is engaged in actions that did not occur. Compliance is required from anyone producing or distributing such media, effective from September 1, 2023. Non-compliance could lead to criminal charges, and specific penalties are detailed in the bill text. This legislation aligns with growing concerns over the ethical use of AI technologies in media and personal privacy, reflecting similar laws emerging in other states aimed at regulating deep fakes.
Official Source
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