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Introduced
02/12/2024
02/12/2024
In Committee
02/28/2024
02/28/2024
Crossed Over
02/27/2024
02/27/2024
Passed
Dead
03/05/2024
03/05/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Budget Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT relating to consumer protection; prohibiting the dissemination of synthetic media as specified; providing definitions; providing remedies; providing penalties; and providing for an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the unlawful dissemination of misleading synthetic media, which is defined as an image, audio record, or video record that has been intentionally manipulated or generated to create a realistic but false representation of a real person's appearance, action, or speech. The bill requires clear and conspicuous notice or disclosure identifying the content as synthetic media. It provides civil remedies, including injunctive relief, damages, and exemplary damages, for individuals depicted or misled by such synthetic media. The Attorney General can enforce the law and pursue legal action against violators. The bill includes exceptions for certain media broadcasts and internet service providers. Violations with malicious intent to influence elections or facilitate other crimes are punishable as misdemeanors.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Government Affairs
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Blockchain, Financial Technology and Digital Innovation Technology
Last Action
H:Died in Committee Returned Bill Pursuant to HR 5-4 (on 03/05/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2024/SF0051 |
| BillText | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2024/Engross/SF0051.pdf |
| Senator Rothfuss | https://wyoleg.gov/2024/Amends/SF0051S2001.pdf |
| Senate Minerals, Business and Economic Development | https://wyoleg.gov/2024/Amends/SF0051SS001.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2024/Introduced/SF0051.pdf |
| Fiscal Note | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2024/Fiscal/SF0051.pdf |
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