Who sponsored HB 1041?

HB 1041 was sponsored by Joshua Bryant (R), Sen.

Bans Fake Videos in Election Ads

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Failed1 year ago

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Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.

Why This Matters

This bill prohibits the use of deceptive deepfake videos in election communications to protect voters from misinformation.

If you are a voter, this law helps ensure that election ads are truthful and not misleading.

Who this affects

voters · political candidates · organizations involved in election advertising

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill makes it illegal to use fake videos that mislead voters during elections.
2It targets deepfake technology that creates realistic but false video content.
3Violators could face legal penalties, including fines and potential jail time.
4The bill aims to protect the integrity of elections and ensure honest communication.
5It applies to all political advertisements across various media platforms.

Read the detailed summary

To Prohibit Deceptive And Fraudulent Deepfakes In Election Communications.