Virginia · HB2479 · 2025 session
Political campaign advertisements; synthetic media, penalty.
VetoedHouse sustained Governor's veto · Apr 2, 2025
In plain language
Requires political advertisements containing synthetic media to display a conspicuous disclosure statement in Virginia elections, and creates civil and criminal penalties for violations. Lets registered voters who receive a noncompliant ad seek an injunction to block its further distribution.
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Legislative history
43 actions · newest first- Apr 2, 2025HouseHouse sustained Governor's veto
- Mar 24, 2025—Vetoed by Governor
- Mar 11, 2025—Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., March 24, 2025
- Mar 11, 2025HouseEnrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 11, 2025
- Mar 10, 2025HouseFiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB2479)
- Mar 10, 2025SenateSigned by President