As introduced: - Requires a disclosure on political communications that use a deepfake to impersonate a candidate for elected office. - Applies the disclosure requirement to communications about non-incumbent candidates only if distributed within 120 days of the start of voting. - Creates a civil cause of action for a candidate who is the subject of a deepfake communication that violates these provisions. - Exempts broadcasters, hosts, producers, and carriers from liability unless they are responsible for creating the communication.
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
Mar 17, 2026 | H | Transmitted to Governor for his action. |
Mar 17, 2026 | S | Signed by Senate Speaker |
Mar 16, 2026 | H | Signed by H. Speaker |
Mar 12, 2026 | H | Enrolled; ready for sig. of H. Speaker. |
Mar 12, 2026 | S | Passed Senate, Ayes 33, Nays 0 |
Mar 12, 2026 | S | Amendment withdrawn. (Amendment 1 - SA0510) |
Mar 12, 2026 | S | Senate substituted House Bill for companion Senate Bill. |
Mar 12, 2026 | S | Received from House, Passed on First Consideration |
| Last Action | Mar 17, 2026 |
| Year | 2025 |
| Bill Type | Bill |
| Created | Jan 13, 2026 |
| Updated | Mar 18, 2026 |