As amended on 4/8/2026: - Prohibits the knowing distribution of deceptive synthetic media of an individual without their consent within 90 days of an election if the media is intended to injure a candidate or influence the election. - Allows for the distribution of such media if it includes a clear and conspicuous disclosure stating the content has been manipulated. - Establishes criminal penalties for violations and authorizes the Attorney General, an injured candidate, or the depicted individual to bring a civil action for an injunction and damages. - Exempts content that constitutes parody or satire, as well as certain communications by news media organizations and internet service providers. - The 4/8/2026 amendment modifies penalties.
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
Apr 20, 2026 | — | Tabled for the Calendar, House |
Apr 20, 2026 | — | No New File by Committee on Judiciary |
Apr 20, 2026 | — | Reported Out of Legislative Commissioners' Office |
Apr 17, 2026 | J | Hearing Scheduled - Judiciary |
Apr 17, 2026 | — | Filed with Legislative Commissioners' Office |
Apr 17, 2026 | — | Joint Favorable |
Apr 14, 2026 | — | Referred by House to Committee on Judiciary |
Apr 8, 2026 | — | File Number 517 |
| Last Action | Apr 20, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Year | 2026 |
| Bill Type | Bill |
| Created | Mar 21, 2026 |
| Updated | Apr 21, 2026 |