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Synthetic media in campaigns

Lets candidates sue over undisclosed synthetic media in electioneering communications that depict them, unless the media carries a disclosure that it was manipulated.

Where it stands

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Governor signed; Chapter 360, 2023 LawsMay 9, 20233 years ago

Body
Washington State Legislature
Session
2023-2024
Introduced
Jan 9, 2023
In effect since
Jul 23, 20233 years ago
Votes
Senate 32-14, House 67-30
Sponsors
D (Democrat)Democrat
DeepfakesElectionsAI
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Timeline

  1. Jul 23, 2023 3 years ago

    Effective date

  2. May 9, 2023 3 years ago

    Governor signed; Chapter 360, 2023 Laws

  3. Apr 14, 2023 3 years ago

    Senate concurred in House amendments; final passage 32-14

  4. Apr 6, 2023 3 years ago

    Passed House 67-30

  5. Feb 15, 2023 3 years ago

    Passed Senate 35-13

  6. Jan 9, 2023 3 years ago

    First reading in the Senate

Sponsors

  • D (Democrat)Javier Valdez