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Relating To Publicity Rights. Introduced The committee(s) on ECD recommend(s) that the measure be deferred · Feb 6, 2026
In plain language Protects individuals' publicity rights against unauthorized use of their likeness through AI-generated deepfakes. Establishes legal recourse for persons whose image, voice, or likeness is used without consent in AI-generated content. Addresses the intersection of synthetic media technology and personal identity rights.
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Legislative history 4 actions · newest first Feb 6, 2026 House The committee(s) on ECD recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. Feb 2, 2026 House Bill scheduled to be heard by ECD on Friday, 02-06-26 8:30AM in House conference room 423 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE. Feb 2, 2026 House Referred to ECD, JHA, referral sheet 6 Jan 28, 2026 House Introduced and Pass First Reading.
Progress Introduced Jan 28, 2026 Filed in a chamber; hasn't passed it yet. Engrossed (not reached) Passed the chamber where it was introduced. Enrolled (not reached) Passed both chambers in the same form and sent to the governor or president. Enacted (not reached) Became law: signed, allowed to take effect without a signature, or passed over a veto.
Sponsors Rep. Trish La Chica (D) Prime sponsor
Rep. Della au Belatti (D), Rep. Tina Grandinetti (D), Rep. Kirstin Kahaloa (D), Rep. Matthias Kusch (D), Rep. Nicole Lowen (D), Rep. Lisa Marten (D), Rep. Ikaika Olds (D), Rep. Amy Perruso (D), Rep. Elijah Pierick (R), Rep. Julie Reyes Oda (R), Rep. Garner Shimizu (R), Rep. Kanani Souza (R)
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