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Prohibits political communication containing any photo, video or audio depiction of a candidate created in whole or in part through the use of generative artificial intelligence.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits political communications featuring AI-generated depictions of candidates.
Business Impact
If you create political content in New York, you must avoid using AI-generated images or audio of candidates 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
The bill aims to maintain the integrity of political communications by banning the use of generative AI in creating depictions of candidates. The presence of penalties for non-compliance needs verification.
Key Provisions
- Prohibits political communications with AI-generated depictions of candidates.
- Applies to all forms of political communication.
Latest Legislative Action
referred to election law
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Jenifer Rajkumar D | Sponsor | HD-038 |
Compliance Checklist
Ensure no AI-generated content is used in political communications.
Who: Political campaigns and organizations.
Deadline: Immediately upon enactment.
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance are not specified.
Who: Political campaigns and organizations.
Deadline: Immediately upon enactment.
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance are not specified.
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
The bill prohibits any political communication from containing realistic photos, videos, or audio depictions of candidates that are created in whole or in part through generative artificial intelligence. This applies to all forms of political communication, aiming to prevent voters from being misled by AI-generated content. The presence of penalties for non-compliance needs verification. It is unclear if the bill text includes a definition of 'generative artificial intelligence.' This bill is unique in its focus on addressing concerns about misinformation in political discourse.
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