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MS SB2354
Bill
Status
Failed
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Bradford Blackmon
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AI Summary
- Creates a civil cause of action for victims of "artificial intelligence fraud," defined as using AI systems to deceive, impersonate, or obtain money, property, data, or other assets from another person
- AI systems covered include deepfakes, voice cloning, generative text or image tools, chatbots, and automated decision-making systems
- Injured parties may recover compensatory damages or statutory damages of $500 per violation (whichever is greater), plus attorney's fees and litigation costs
- Courts may award punitive damages upon clear and convincing evidence that a person or entity knowingly and willfully engaged in AI fraud against a consumer
- Developers, deployers, or facilitators of AI systems used for fraudulent purposes may be held jointly and severally liable; courts may issue temporary or permanent injunctions without bond
- Effective date: July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Artificial Intelligence Fraud and Accountability Act; enact.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary, Division A1/19/2026
Full Bill Text
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