SB 978 — Election Law - Synthetic Media - Disclosure And Regulation
SB 978 addresses synthetic media in the context of election law by requiring disclosure and regulation of such content. The bill aims to mitigate the risk of disinformation during elections by ensuring transparency around the use of synthetic media. It is currently under review in the 2024 Maryland legislative session.
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