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VA SB753
Bill
Status
Engrossed
2/17/2026
Primary Sponsor
Bryce Reeves
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AI Summary
- Expands Virginia's unauthorized use protections to include a person's voice and likeness in addition to existing protections for name, portrait, and picture
- Requires written consent before using any protected attribute for advertising or trade purposes, with consent rights passing to surviving spouse, next of kin, or parent/guardian for deceased persons or minors
- Allows individuals to seek injunctive relief to stop unauthorized use and sue for compensatory damages for injuries sustained
- Permits juries to award punitive damages when defendants knowingly violate the law
- Establishes a 20-year statute of limitations following the death of the protected person for bringing claims
Legislative Description
Unauthorized use of voice or likeness; punitive damages, statute of limitations.
Last Action
Passed House (96-Y 0-N 0-A)
3/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Communications, Technology and Innovation3/2/2026
Courts of Justice: Civil2/24/2026
Courts of Justice2/24/2026
Courts of Justice1/20/2026
Full Bill Text
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