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HB868Virginia2026 sessionIntroduced

Political campaign advertisements; synthetic media, penalty.

Plain-language summary

Prohibits Virginia electioneering communications that contain synthetic media from being published or broadcast without a conspicuous disclosure statement identifying the content as synthetically altered or generated. Violations carry civil penalties up to $25,000 and, for willful violations, a Class 1 misdemeanor. Registered voters may seek injunctive relief against non-compliant communications.

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History
Jan 13, 2026
HPrefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26103803D
Jan 13, 2026
HReferred to Committee on Privileges and Elections
Jan 25, 2026
HAssigned HPE sub: Campaigns and Candidates
Jan 28, 2026
HFiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB868)
Feb 3, 2026
HSubcommittee recommends reporting (6-Y 2-N)
Feb 6, 2026
HContinued to next session in Privileges and Elections (Voice Vote)
Progress
IntroducedJan 13, 2026
Engrossed
Enrolled
Passed
Signed into law
Sponsors
RC
Rep. Rae Cousins (D)Prime sponsor
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