Criminal Offenses - As introduced, prohibits a person or entity from distributing an electoral deepfake within 90 days of an election that the person or entity knows or should have known is a deceptive and fraudulent depiction of a candidate or political party; creates civil penalties and outlines exceptions. - Amends TCA Title 2 and Title 39, Chapter 17.

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The bill makes it illegal for any person or organization to distribute a fabricated image, audio, or video that misrepresents a candidate or political party in the 90 days before an election, unless the material includes a clear AI‑generated disclaimer or falls under listed news, satire, or other exceptions. Violators can be fined up to $10,000 and candidates may seek court orders to stop the distribution.

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