AI Labeling Act of 2023
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (27 Jul 2023): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
What this bill does
The AI Labeling Act of 2023, introduced in the Senate by Senator Schatz, aims to require clear disclosures for content generated or substantially modified by artificial intelligence. This means that systems producing AI-generated images, videos, audio, or text would need to provide a noticeable label identifying the content as AI-created. For visual or audio content, the disclosure would need to be presented in a way that stands out and is easily understood. Additionally, metadata associated with image, video, or audio content would need to include information about the AI tool used and the creation date.
The bill affects developers of generative AI systems and third-party licensees of these systems. They would be responsible for implementing procedures to prevent users from removing the required disclosures, such as contractual agreements and user certifications. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) would be tasked with enforcing these requirements, treating violations as unfair or deceptive practices. A working group, led by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, would also be established to develop technical standards and best practices for identifying AI-generated content.
This bill was introduced in the Senate on July 27, 2023, and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. As it has only been introduced and has not yet received a vote, it is still in the early stages of the legislative process. If it were to advance, it would require further committee review and then a vote by the full Senate, followed by consideration in the House of Representatives.
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Timeline
27 Jul 2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Common questions
- What does S. 2691 do?
- The AI Labeling Act of 2023, introduced in the Senate by Senator Schatz, aims to require clear disclosures for content generated or substantially modified by artificial intelligence. This means that systems producing AI-generated images, videos, audio, or text would need to provide a noticeable label identifying the content as AI-created. For visual or audio content, the disclosure would need to be presented in a way that stands out and is easily understood. Additionally, metadata associated with image, video, or audio content would need to include information about the AI tool used and the creation date. The bill affects developers of generative AI systems and third-party licensees of these systems. They would be responsible for implementing procedures to prevent users from removing the required disclosures, such as contractual agreements and user certifications. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) would be tasked with enforcing these requirements, treating violations as unfair or deceptive practices. A working group, led by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, would also be established to develop technical standards and best practices for identifying AI-generated content. This bill was introduced in the Senate on July 27, 2023, and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. As it has only been introduced and has not yet received a vote, it is still in the early stages of the legislative process. If it were to advance, it would require further committee review and then a vote by the full Senate, followed by consideration in the House of Representatives.
- Has S. 2691 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S. 2691. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S. 2691?
- S. 2691 was sponsored by Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI] (D-HI), with 3 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 2691?
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (27 Jul 2023).
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