Iowa · SSB3039 · 2025 session
A bill for an act relating to the use of synthetic media in campaign materials, and making penalties applicable.
IntroducedSubcommittee recommends amendment and passage · Jan 21, 2026
In plain language
Regulates the use of synthetic media, such as AI-generated deepfakes, in political campaign materials and establishes applicable penalties for violations. The bill aims to curb deceptive AI-generated content in Iowa election campaigns.
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Legislative history
5 actions · newest first- Jan 21, 2026SenateSubcommittee recommends amendment and passage.
- Jan 20, 2026SenateSubcommittee Meeting: 01/21/2026 2:30PM Room 217 Conference Room.
- Jan 15, 2026SenateSubcommittee: Bousselot, Reichman, and Winckler.
- Jan 15, 2026SenateIntroduced, referred to State Government.
- Jan 15, 2026SenateBy COMMITTEE ON STATE GOVERNMENT