REAL Political Advertisements Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (2 May 2023): Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
What this bill does
The REAL Political Advertisements Act, introduced in the House of Representatives, would require political advertisements that use artificial intelligence (AI) to generate images or video footage to include a clear disclaimer stating that AI was used. This bill aims to expand existing disclosure rules for political campaigns to include content created by generative AI.
The legislation would affect political campaigns and potentially online platforms that host political advertisements. It would require these communications to be clearly labeled if AI generated any visual content, and directs the Federal Election Commission (FEC) to create specific regulations for determining what constitutes AI-generated content and how disclaimers should be presented. The bill also expands reporting requirements for paid internet and digital political advertisements.
This bill is currently in the introduced stage, meaning it has been proposed but has not yet been voted on by the full House or Senate. If passed by Congress, it would be sent to the President for signature or veto. The bill includes provisions that would take effect on January 1, 2024, regardless of whether the FEC has finalized its regulations.
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Official summary
Require the Exposure of AI-Led Political Advertisements Act or the REAL Political Advertisements Act
This bill expands certain disclosure and disclaimer requirements for political campaigns, including by requiring disclaimers on advertisements containing content generated by artificial intelligence (AI).
Specifically, the bill requires a communication (e.g., a political advertisement) to include, in a clear and conspicuous manner, a statement if the communication contains an image or video footage that was generated in whole or in part with the use of AI. The bill outlines the requirements for determining a clear and conspicuous manner as it applies to specified communications (e.g., text or video communications).
The bill directs the Federal Election Commission (FEC) to issue a regulation related to generative AI, including the criteria for determining whether an advertisement contains an image or video footage created through generative AI.
The bill also requires reporting to the FEC of paid internet or digital communications.
Timeline
2 May 2023
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 3044 do?
- The REAL Political Advertisements Act, introduced in the House of Representatives, would require political advertisements that use artificial intelligence (AI) to generate images or video footage to include a clear disclaimer stating that AI was used. This bill aims to expand existing disclosure rules for political campaigns to include content created by generative AI. The legislation would affect political campaigns and potentially online platforms that host political advertisements. It would require these communications to be clearly labeled if AI generated any visual content, and directs the Federal Election Commission (FEC) to create specific regulations for determining what constitutes AI-generated content and how disclaimers should be presented. The bill also expands reporting requirements for paid internet and digital political advertisements. This bill is currently in the introduced stage, meaning it has been proposed but has not yet been voted on by the full House or Senate. If passed by Congress, it would be sent to the President for signature or veto. The bill includes provisions that would take effect on January 1, 2024, regardless of whether the FEC has finalized its regulations.
- Has H.R. 3044 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 3044. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 3044?
- H.R. 3044 was sponsored by Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9] (D-NY), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 3044?
- Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. (2 May 2023).
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