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HR 7786·Federal·house

AI Fraud Accountability Act

In CommitteeFiled Mar 4, 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16] (R)
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Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Science, Space, and Technology, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Mar 4, 2026

Summary

The AI Fraud Accountability Act makes it illegal to pose as a real or imagined person with a computer‑generated video or audio clip in order to steal money or other valuables. It applies to any interstate or foreign communication and includes penalties of up to three years in prison, fines, and asset forfeiture. The Federal Trade Commission is given authority to treat violations as unfair or deceptive practices and enforce the law.

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