SB 816 — An Act Relating To Elections -- Deceptive And Fraudulent Synthetic Media In Election Communications
SB 816 addresses the use of deceptive and fraudulent synthetic media in election communications. The bill aims to prevent the spread of disinformation during elections by regulating synthetic media content. It targets election-related disinformation, particularly deepfakes or AI-generated content designed to mislead voters. The law was signed into effect by the Governor of Rhode Island on July 2, 2025.
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