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Protect Elections from Deceptive AI Act

In committee: it can still change before the session ends.

US HR 5272 · House Bill · 119th Congress

Stage
In committee
Started in
House
Sponsors
10
Latest action
Sep 10, 2025

What it does

The Protect Elections from Deceptive AI Act would prohibit the knowing distribution of materially deceptive AI-generated audio or visual media of federal candidates with the intent to influence elections or solicit funds, amending the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971. It applies to individuals, political committees, and other entities distributing such media, while exempting bona fide news broadcasts, newspapers, magazines, and satirical or parodic content that includes appropriate disclosures. The bill allows affected candidates to seek injunctive relief, damages, and attorney’s fees through civil actions, with the burden of proof on the plaintiff to show violation by clear and…

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Where it stands

  1. Introduced (Done)

    Sep 10, 2025

  2. Committee (Current step)

    In committee · Sep 10, 2025

  3. Floor (Not started)

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