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Rhode Island · H5872 · 2025 session

Creates the deceptive and fraudulent synthetic media in election communications chapter to regulate the use of synthetic media in elections.

EnactedSigned by Governor · Jul 2, 2025

In plain language

Creates a new chapter regulating deceptive and fraudulent synthetic media used in election communications. Targets AI-generated deepfakes deployed in political campaigns.

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Legislative history

15 actions · newest first
  1. Jul 2, 2025HouseSigned by Governor
  2. Jun 27, 2025HouseTransmitted to Governor
  3. Jun 21, 2025SenateSenate passed Sub A in concurrence
  4. Jun 18, 2025SenatePlaced on Senate Calendar (06/20/2025)
  5. Jun 18, 2025SenateCommittee recommends passage of Sub A in concurrence
  6. Jun 16, 2025SenateScheduled for consideration (06/18/2025)