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A 5090·NJ·house

"GAI Accountability Act;" imposes civil penalties on generative artificial intelligence platforms engaging in harmful activity, including exploitation of children.

In CommitteeFiled May 14, 2026
Sponsor: Macurdy, Andrew
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Introduced First Reading Assembly Referred to AST

May 14, 2026

Summary

The bill holds owners, operators, and developers of generative AI services that are accessible in New Jersey responsible for stopping the platform from producing or facilitating criminal behavior, including child exploitation. Violations carry a $20,000 civil penalty for each incident, and the Attorney General may bring enforcement actions. An affirmative defense is available if the provider can show it used reasonable efforts to prevent the violation.

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