An act relating to the use of synthetic media in elections

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This bill requires that any "deceptive and fraudulent synthetic media," such as AI-generated videos or audio, used in Vermont elections within 90 days of a vote must include a clear disclosure. This disclosure must state that the media was digitally manipulated and depicts speech or conduct that did not occur. There are exceptions for certain news broadcasts, satire, and content provided by third parties on platforms. Violators could face fines up to $15,000, and candidates misrepresented by such media can seek court orders to stop its distribution.

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Sponsorship · 7 Sponsors

Democrat5Republican2Independent0Other0

D · PrimeRuth Hardy
D · CoAlison Clarkson
R · CoBrian Collamore
R · CoRobert Norris
D · CoTanya Vyhovsky
D · CoAnne Watson
D · CoRebecca White

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