Bill > HB3299

This bill makes it illegal to create and share digital content, such as images, videos, or audio recordings, that depict someone's name, image, voice, or likeness without their written permission, if the intent is to deceive and cause emotional, financial, or physical harm. "Digitization" or "synthetic media" refers to content that has been digitally altered to falsely appear authentic, making it seem like a real person is saying or doing something they didn't. "Disseminate" means to share this content in any way. Violations can result in misdemeanor charges with fines or jail time, but can be elevated to a felony if the harm exceeds $25,000 or if the content is used for extortion or threats, carrying a potential prison sentence of up to five years. Each instance of sharing can be a separate offense, and offenders can also be sued for damages, including legal fees. Exceptions are made for news reporting, commentary, satire, or parody. The bill also requires that political advertisements or commercials featuring a candidate's likeness, created using this technology, must include a disclosure at least 45 days before an election, with violations also leading to misdemeanor penalties and civil liability. Furthermore, media advertising agencies must obtain written attestations from content creators confirming whether their advertisements use digitized or synthetically altered content, and retain these records for at least 24 months. The bill declares an emergency, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage and approval.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb3299&Session=2600