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MS HB1504

Bill

Status

Failed

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Bryant Clark

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes that every individual has a property right in their own name, likeness, and voice, which is freely transferable and survives death for 10 years (extendable with continued commercial use).

  • Creates liability for unauthorized distribution of "personalized cloning services" (AI tools that create digital replicas) with damages of $50,000 per violation or actual damages plus profits, whichever is greater.

  • Imposes $5,000 per violation or actual damages plus profits for unauthorized publication or distribution of digital voice replicas or digital depictions created using AI or similar technology.

  • Requires agreements authorizing digital depictions or voice replicas to include legal representation, be in writing, and involve individuals 18 or older (or court-approved for minors).

  • Provides a 4-year statute of limitations for commercial misuse claims and exempts telecommunications providers and advertising media owners from liability for content created by others.

Legislative Description

Mississippians' Right to Name, Likeness and Voice Act; enact.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary A1/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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