Bill > SB0256

This bill modifies existing laws concerning libel, slander, and the misuse of an individual's personal identity, particularly in light of advancements in artificial intelligence and digital manipulation. It clarifies that using generative artificial intelligence, computer animation, or other digital means to create content does not exempt someone from libel or slander claims if the content is false and harmful. The bill also introduces a requirement for individuals to provide written notice, specifying the defamatory content and explaining why it's false, before filing a libel or slander lawsuit based on digitally created content; failure to do so may limit damages to actual losses if the content is removed within 10 days of receiving notice. Furthermore, it expands the definition of "personal identity" to include simulations or artificial recreations of a person's name, likeness, or voice, and establishes that an individual's right to control the use of their personal identity, including in simulated forms, lasts for 70 years after their death, with provisions for retroactive application for those who died before May 6, 2026. The bill also adds specific exemptions, such as for news broadcasts, documentaries, works of public interest, and fleeting or incidental uses, and clarifies that it does not impose liability on interactive computer services for content provided by others.