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NJ A5164
NJ A5164Regulates artificial intelligence in news media industry; establishes "Artificial Intelligence In Communications Oversight Committee."
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Introduced
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
In Committee
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill regulates the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and generative artificial intelligence (generative AI) by news media or other entities providing news. Specifically, the bill requires that any generative AI news content include: (1) a label that the content is generative AI; (2) credit to any source used to produce the content; and (3) a disclaimer that the content may not accurately reflect the source material from which it was produced. The bill provides that any news media or other entity disseminating news or purporting to disseminate news within the State may permit the use of AI to assist its professionals and staff in investigating, researching, and reporting information, but is prohibited from using AI in lieu of professionals and staff. The bill provides that any person who violates its provisions relating to the dissemination of generative AI content or the replacement of journalists with artificial intelligence is subject to a civil penalty as follows: $10,000 for the first violation; $20,000 for the second violation; and $30,000 for the third and any subsequent violation, collectible by the Attorney General in a summary proceeding. The bill codifies the Artificial Intelligence Task Force established by the Governor in 2023, and it establishes a new committee within the task force: the "Artificial Intelligence In Communications Oversight Committee." The duties of the committee will include: (1) crafting and recommending regulations and guidelines for artificial intelligence in the media field; (2) exploring whether AI has replaced human journalists in any capacity in New Jersey; (3) studying wages and work standards as to any impact of artificial intelligence on the news media workforce; (4) examining the large-scale monitoring and data collection of artificial intelligence, potentially for the purpose of manipulating opinions and choices; and (5) on an annual basis, preparing and submitting a report to the Governor and to the Legislature regarding the committee's findings.
AI Summary
This bill establishes comprehensive regulations for artificial intelligence (AI) use in the news media industry in New Jersey, aimed at protecting journalistic integrity and transparency. The legislation creates an Artificial Intelligence Task Force and a specific Artificial Intelligence In Communications Oversight Committee to study and monitor AI's impact on media. News media entities are permitted to use AI as an assistive tool for investigating and reporting, but are explicitly prohibited from replacing human journalists with AI. Any generative AI content must be clearly labeled as such, provide credit to source materials, and include a disclaimer about potential inaccuracies. The bill imposes escalating financial penalties for violations, starting at $10,000 for the first offense and increasing to $30,000 for subsequent violations, which can be collected by the Attorney General. The oversight committee will have broad responsibilities, including crafting AI regulations, examining potential workforce impacts, studying large-scale data collection, and preparing annual reports to the Governor and Legislature. The bill defines key terms like "artificial intelligence," "generative AI," and "news media" to provide clear legal parameters, and reflects a proactive approach to managing emerging technological challenges in the media landscape. The regulations will take effect seven months after enactment, with provisions for preparatory administrative actions.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee (on 01/14/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A5164 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A5500/5164_I1.HTM |
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