LA SB42

Expands the definition of "child sexual abuse materials" under R.S. 14:81.1 to include visual depictions that are digitally generated, including those created by artificial intelligence, depicting sexual performance involving a child under age 17

Expands the definition of "produce" to include causing artificial intelligence to generate child sexual abuse materials, in addition to photographing, videotaping, or filming

Amends existing Louisiana criminal law to ensure AI-generated content depicting child sexual abuse is subject to the same criminal penalties as traditional forms of such materials

Effective August 1, 2026