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MN HF1895
Bill
Status
3/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kelly Moller
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AI Summary
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Prohibits owners or controllers of websites, applications, software, or programs from allowing users to access, download, or use technology that "nudifies" images or videos by digitally altering them to reveal intimate parts not in the original
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Defines "nudify" as altering images/videos to reveal intimate parts not originally depicted, or creating depictions so realistic a reasonable person would believe they show intimate parts of an identifiable individual
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Allows injured individuals to sue for compensatory damages up to three times actual damages (including mental anguish), punitive damages, injunctive relief, and attorney fees
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Imposes civil penalties of at least $500,000 per violation, enforceable by the Minnesota Attorney General under section 8.31
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Effective August 1, 2025, applying to causes of action accruing on or after that date
Legislative Description
Nudification technology access prohibited.
Last Action
Author added Curran
3/13/2025