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NY A09028
Bill
Status
2/5/2024
Primary Sponsor
Michael Norris
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AI Summary
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Political communications created or modified using artificial intelligence technology must include a disclosure statement reading "This political communication was created by or with the assistance of artificial intelligence" in a legible and conspicuous manner for printed, digital, and non-printed media.
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Creating and disseminating artificial media (images, videos, or audio recordings generated or modified by AI that are indistinguishable from reality and deceptively alter content) with intent to damage a candidate or deceive the electorate is a class E felony.
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Candidates and political committees must file sworn statements with the state board of elections prior to using artificial intelligence technology for political communications, with violations subject to civil penalties up to $1,000.
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The state board of elections must adopt a "fair use of artificial intelligence code" establishing ethical standards and prohibitions for use of AI in election campaigns, enforceable through civil penalties up to $1,500.
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The bill takes effect 180 days after enactment, with regulations and rules to be implemented by the state board of elections.
Legislative Description
Requires the disclosure of political communication produced by artificial intelligence technology; defines terms; provides that any person who, with intent to damage a candidate or deceive the electorate, creates and disseminates artificial media shall be guilty of a class E felony; establishes the fair use of artificial intelligence code; makes related provisions.
Last Action
referred to election law
2/5/2024