As 2024 Election Nears, More States Propose Laws to Regulate AI and Deepfakes in Campaigns
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Through 2023, few states enacted laws regulating AI and deepfakes in campaigns, but many more have introduced bills in 2024 as the election heats up.
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New laws introduced in 2024 fall into 2 categories disclosure requirements and bans on AI-generated political media without disclosures.
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Over a dozen states have introduced AI/deepfake legislation in early 2024, with bipartisan support. Proposals include disclosure rules, lawsuits for violations, and misdemeanor charges.
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A fake Biden robocall in New Hampshire demonstrating the threat of AI in campaigns has brought more attention to the issue.
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While many bills have been introduced, few became law in 2023, even as threats grew clearer, so it's uncertain how many will pass in 2024.