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GA SB594

GA SB594
Internet and E-mail Fraud; the criminal offense of digital identity fraud; establish

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Introduced
02/25/2026
In Committee
03/19/2026
Crossed Over
03/06/2026
Passed
Dead
04/02/2026

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT To amend Title 21 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to elections, so as to establish the criminal offenses of fraudulent election interference and solicitation of such; to provide for definitions; to provide for exceptions; to provide for the Attorney General to have concurrent jurisdiction over such crimes; to provide for punishment; to provide for injunctive relief; to provide for the State Election Board to publish results of investigations into such offenses; to provide for certain disclaimers on campaign advertisements that use AI generated media; to provide for the form of such disclaimers; to amend Part 1 of Article 3 of Chapter 12 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to obscenity and related offenses, so as to prohibit distribution of computer generated obscene material depicting a child; to provide for a standard for obscenity; to provide for a penalty and probation; to amend Part 4 of Article 6 of Chapter 9 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to internet and e-mail fraud, so as to establish the criminal offense of digital identity fraud; to provide for criminal penalties; to amend Article 1 of Chapter 10 of Title 17 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to procedure for sentencing and imposition of punishment, so as to provide for sentencing of defendants who utilize artificial intelligence in the commission of certain offenses; to provide for notice and enhanced sentencing; to amend Titles 20 and 32 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to education and highways, bridges, and ferries, respectively, so as to replace cross-references to Code Section 16-12-80 with Code Section 16-12-80.1; to provide for definitions; to provide for legislative findings and intent; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill establishes new criminal offenses and penalties related to digital fraud and deceptive media, particularly concerning elections and child exploitation. It creates the crime of "fraudulent election interference" for using "materially deceptive media" (AI-generated or manipulated audio/video/images that appear real and depict actions that didn't occur) within 90 days of an election to influence its outcome, with penalties ranging from misdemeanor to felony depending on the offense. The Attorney General will have concurrent jurisdiction over these election interference cases, and the State Election Board will be required to publish findings of investigations into such offenses. The bill also mandates disclaimers on campaign advertisements that use "AI generated media," defining specific requirements for how these disclosures must be presented visually or audibly, with fines for violations. Furthermore, it prohibits the distribution of computer-generated obscene material depicting a child, defining "obscene" and "sexually explicit conduct" and establishing felony penalties, including probation conditions. A new offense of "digital identity fraud" is created, making it a felony to impersonate someone on social media platforms without authorization with intent to deceive or cause harm. Finally, the bill provides for enhanced sentencing for certain crimes when artificial intelligence (AI) is used in their commission, requiring judges to impose additional confinement and fines for both misdemeanors and felonies.

Committee Categories

Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (8)

Last Action

House Passed/Adopted By Substitute (on 03/25/2026)

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