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AI Summary
SB 2996 requires AI disclosure in political ads in Illinois, with penalties for non-compliance.
Business Impact
If you use AI for political ads, you must disclose it clearly or face 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
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What This Means
SB 2996 mandates AI-generated content disclosures in political ads, affecting creators, publishers, and distributors, with penalties included in the bill text.
Key Provisions
- Requires AI disclosure in political ads
- Applies to creators, publishers, and distributors of political ads
- Defines 'qualified political advertisement'
- Includes provisions for civil penalties and injunctive relief
- Allows recovery of attorney's fees and costs
Latest Legislative Action
Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Mary Edly-Allen | Primary |
| Steve Stadelman | Cosponsor |
Compliance Checklist
Include a clear statement in political ads indicating AI generation.
Who: Individuals, committees, or entities creating political advertisements.
Penalty: Civil penalties and potential attorney's fees for violations.
Who: Individuals, committees, or entities creating political advertisements.
Penalty: Civil penalties and potential attorney's fees for violations.
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
SB 2996 proposes amendments to the Illinois Election Code, mandating that any political advertisement generated in whole or substantially by artificial intelligence must include a clear and conspicuous disclosure of this fact. The bill does not specify exemptions in the provided description. A 'qualified political advertisement' is defined as any communication advocating for or against a candidate or ballot measure. The bill includes provisions for civil penalties, injunctive relief, attorney's fees, and costs for violations. Civil penalties may be imposed, but the exact fines are not specified in the description. The process for obtaining injunctive relief involves filing a complaint with the appropriate court, which may also award attorney's fees and costs to the prevailing party. These details are crucial for a complete understanding of the bill's impact.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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