HB5106Illinois2025 sessionIntroduced
CRIM CD-DEEPFAKE-HARASS
Plain-language summary
Amends the Criminal Code to make it harassment when someone uses electronic communication to send another person a deepfake with intent to harass. Defines 'deepfake' for purposes of the offense.
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History
Feb 5, 2026
HFiled with the Clerk by Rep. Maurice A. West, II
Feb 10, 2026
HFirst Reading
Feb 10, 2026
HReferred to Rules Committee
Progress
IntroducedFeb 5, 2026
Engrossed
Enrolled
Passed
Signed into law
Sponsors
MW
Rep. Maurice West (D)Prime sponsor
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