AN ACT relating to privacy protection.

Summary

The bill creates a new civil cause of action and a felony for anyone who knowingly distributes a deepfake of an identifiable individual without written permission. It targets individuals, not internet platforms, and includes many exemptions for news reporting, satire, research, and other lawful uses. The measure aims to protect privacy and prevent reputational harm from realistic fabricated media.

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