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HB1283

Use of altered media in elections. Verified

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AI Summary

This bill prohibits the dissemination of altered media in elections without consent, requiring a disclaimer if specific conditions are met, including a 90-day timeframe.

Business Impact

If you finance campaign communications in Indiana, you must ensure no fabricated media is used without consent or face civil action.

State
Indiana
Bill Number
HB1283
Status
Introduced
Risk Level
Medium
Category
Narrow/Targeted
Last Action
Jan 9, 2024
Last Verified
Apr 23, 2026
Data Updated
Apr 23, 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

Technology Political Campaigning Media Production

Topics How we classify →

AI DeepfakesGoverns non-consensual deepfakes, synthetic media, or digital replicas. Click to see full definition → AI in Political AdvertisingRequires disclosure of AI use in political campaigns. Click to see full definition →

What This Means

Indiana's HB1283 aims to regulate the use of altered media in elections, focusing on fabricated media created using generative AI technologies. This legislation seeks to protect candidates from misleading representations that could influence election outcomes. Individuals financing campaign communications must be vigilant about the media they disseminate to avoid legal repercussions, especially within the 90-day period before an election.

Key Provisions

Latest Legislative Action

First reading: referred to Committee on Elections and Apportionment

Bill Sponsors

Name Role District
Sponsor HD-100
Sponsor HD-082

Compliance Checklist

Ensure no fabricated media is disseminated without consent.
Who: Campaign finance individuals.
Penalty: Civil action from affected candidates.
Include required disclaimers on any altered media used.
Who: Campaign finance individuals.
Penalty: Civil action from affected candidates.

Related & Companion Bills

Indiana SB0007 — Use of fabricated media in elections. →

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Official Source

Official Bill Text
View HB1283 on official legislature website →
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Related Topics

AI Deepfakes AI in Political Advertising

Affected Industries

Technology Political Campaigning Media Production

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