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Virginia · HB868 · 2026 session

Political campaign advertisements; synthetic media, penalty.

IntroducedContinued to next session in Privileges and Elections (Voice Vote) · Feb 6, 2026

In plain language

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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Legislative history

6 actions · newest first
  1. Feb 6, 2026HouseContinued to next session in Privileges and Elections (Voice Vote)
  2. Feb 3, 2026HouseSubcommittee recommends reporting (6-Y 2-N)
  3. Jan 28, 2026HouseFiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB868)
  4. Jan 25, 2026HouseAssigned HPE sub: Campaigns and Candidates
  5. Jan 13, 2026HouseReferred to Committee on Privileges and Elections
  6. Jan 13, 2026HousePrefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26103803D