S02414

Enacts the "political artificial intelligence disclaimer (PAID) act"; requires political communications that use synthetic media to disclose that the… Verified

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Enacts the "political artificial intelligence disclaimer (PAID) act"; requires political communications that use synthetic media to disclose that they were created with the assistance of artificial intelligence; requires committees that use synthetic media to maintain records of such usage.

AI Summary

The PAID Act mandates disclosures for political communications using synthetic media created with AI assistance and requires committees to maintain and submit records of such usage.

Business Impact

If you use AI for political media, you must disclose AI use and keep records by election certification or face compliance issues.

State
New York
Bill Number
S02414
Status
Introduced
Risk Level
Medium
Category
Amendment
Last Action
Jan 7, 2026
Last Verified
Apr 18, 2026
Data Updated
Apr 19, 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

Digital Advertising Political Campaigns Advertising General Media

Topics

What This Means

The PAID Act in New York requires political communications using synthetic media created with AI assistance to disclose this fact. Committees must maintain and submit records of synthetic media usage, enhancing transparency in politics.

Key Provisions

Latest Legislative Action

REFERRED TO ELECTIONS

Bill Sponsors

Name Role District
Sponsor SD-021

Compliance Checklist

Disclose AI assistance in political communications
Who: Political candidates and committees
Deadline: By election day
Penalty: Potential fines or penalties for non-compliance
Maintain records of synthetic media usage
Who: Political committees
Deadline: One month after election certification
Penalty: Failure to submit records may result in penalties

Related & Companion Bills

New York S06638 — Enacts the "political artificial intelligence disclaimer (P… New York A07106 — Enacts the "political artificial intelligence disclaimer (P…

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