As substituted on 3/23/2026: - Creates the crime of digital forgery, defined as creating and disseminating a realistic, computer-generated depiction of a person's image or voice without their consent and with the intent to cause financial injury. - Establishes the offense as a class A misdemeanor, and elevates it to a class E felony if committed as part of a scheme. - Establishes an affirmative defense for a person who takes reasonable action to notify viewers or listeners that the content is digitally forged. - Shields interactive computer service providers from liability for content created by a third party, unless the provider knew the content violated the law.
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
May 6, 2026 | — | In Concurrence |
May 6, 2026 | — | House Passed as Amended by Senate Amendment Schedule A |
May 6, 2026 | — | House Adopted Senate Amendment Schedule A |
May 6, 2026 | — | Rules Suspended |
May 6, 2026 | — | House Calendar Number 581 |
May 6, 2026 | — | Favorable Report, Tabled for the Calendar, House |
May 5, 2026 | — | Transmitted Pursuant To Joint Rule 17 |
May 5, 2026 | — | Senate Passed as Amended by Senate Amendment Schedule A |
| Last Action | May 6, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Year | 2026 |
| Bill Type | Bill |
| Created | Mar 21, 2026 |
| Updated | May 7, 2026 |