SB 8 — Tech-Neutral Anti-Discrimination Clarification Act
SB 8 addresses the use of artificial intelligence and deepfake representations in identity fraud. The bill aims to criminalize the unauthorized use of AI-generated or deepfake content for fraudulent purposes. It targets harms related to identity theft and deceptive use of synthetic media. The legislation is currently under review in the 2026 Maryland General Assembly session.
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