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NY A07904

NY A07904: Requires disclosure of the use of artificial intelligence in political communications; directs the state board of elections to create criteria for de… Verified

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Requires disclosure of the use of artificial intelligence in political communications; directs the state board of elections to create criteria for determining whether a political communication contains an image or video footage created through generative artificial intelligence and to create a…

AI Summary

This bill mandates disclosure of AI use in political communications and directs the state board of elections to define AI-generated content.

Business Impact

If you engage in political communications in New York, you must disclose AI-generated content by the time of publication or face penalties.

State
New York
Bill Number
A07904
Status
Introduced
Risk Level
Medium
Category
Narrow/Targeted
Last Action
Feb 27, 2024
Last Verified
Apr 30, 2026
Data Updated
May 4, 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

Consumer Protection Advertising Political Campaigns Media

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What This Means

The proposed bill A07904 in New York aims to enhance transparency in political communications by requiring the disclosure of artificial intelligence usage. It directs the state board of elections to establish criteria for identifying AI-generated images and videos. This legislation could significantly impact political campaigns and organizations utilizing AI technologies.

Key Provisions

Latest Legislative Action

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Compliance Checklist

Disclose the use of AI in political communications
Who: Political entities and campaign organizations
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance not specified.

Related & Companion Bills

New York S07592 — Requires disclosure of the use of artificial intelligence i…

Full Legal Analysis

Bill A07904 requires political communications to disclose the use of artificial intelligence, specifically when images or videos are generated through generative AI. The bill mandates the New York State Board of Elections to create criteria for determining whether a political communication contains AI-generated content and to define what constitutes content generated by artificial intelligence. Compliance will be necessary for all political entities engaged in communications that utilize AI technologies. The requirement for disclosure is clear, indicating a shift towards greater accountability in political advertising. This bill aligns with similar legislative efforts in other states aimed at regulating the use of AI in political contexts, reflecting a growing concern over misinformation and transparency in electoral processes.

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