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AI Summary
This bill prohibits the distribution of deceptive synthetic media within 90 days before an election or primary in Connecticut. Specific exceptions and penalties are unverified.
Business Impact
If you distribute media in Connecticut, you must ensure it is not deceptive AI-generated content within 90 days of an election or face penalties.
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What This Means
Connecticut's HB05342 aims to combat the spread of deceptive synthetic media during critical election periods by prohibiting such media distribution within 90 days of an election or primary.
Key Provisions
- Prohibits distribution of deceptive synthetic media generated by AI, defined as media falsely depicting real events or people.
- Applies to the 90-day period before elections or primaries.
- Specific exceptions for synthetic or satirical media are unverified.
- Penalties for violations are mentioned but unverified.
Latest Legislative Action
Tabled for the Calendar, House
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 20)
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Government Administration and Elections Committee | Sponsor | |
| Hector Arzeno D | Sponsor | HD-151 |
| Hubert Delany D | Sponsor | HD-144 |
| Jaime Foster D | Sponsor | HD-057 |
| Jennifer Leeper D | Sponsor | HD-132 |
Roll Call Votes
J ·
JUD Vote Tally Sheet (Joint Favorable) ·
Apr 17, 2026
27 Yea
12 Nay
2 Other
Passed ✓
J ·
GAE Vote Tally Sheet (Joint Favorable Substitute) ·
Mar 20, 2026
14 Yea
5 Nay
Passed ✓
Amendments (2)
House LCO Amendment #5878 (D)
Pending
2026-05-04
House LCO Amendment #5841 (D)
Pending
2026-05-04
Compliance Checklist
Ensure no deceptive AI-generated media is distributed.
Who: Media distributors and content creators.
Deadline: 90 days before any election or primary.
Penalty: Potential unspecified penalties for non-compliance.
Who: Media distributors and content creators.
Deadline: 90 days before any election or primary.
Penalty: Potential unspecified penalties for non-compliance.
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
HB05342 introduces a prohibition on the distribution of deceptive synthetic media, defined as media that falsely depicts real events or people, within the 90 days leading up to an election or primary in Connecticut. This measure is designed to mitigate the risks associated with misinformation and manipulation in the electoral process, particularly as AI technologies become more sophisticated in creating realistic synthetic content. Specific exceptions and penalties mentioned in the analysis cannot be confirmed without the full bill text. It is also unclear whether there are compliance requirements for media distributors.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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