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MS SB2354

Bill

Status

Failed

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Bradford Blackmon

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

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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