House Bill No. 203, also known as "The Ivy Daniels Act," aims to address unlawful conduct involving images of individuals created by artificial intelligence (AI). The bill amends existing laws to increase penalties for the unlawful dissemination or sale of such images, changing the maximum imprisonment from six months to one year and the fine from $750 to $1,000. Additionally, it introduces a new crime of unlawful possession of AI-generated images depicting minors, with penalties of up to five years in prison, at least one year of which must be served without parole, probation, or suspension of sentence. The bill also specifies that if the offender is under 14 years old, their case will be governed by the Louisiana Children's Code.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that public schools disseminate information regarding the consequences of unlawful dissemination, sale, or possession of AI-generated images to students in grades six and above, as well as to their parents or guardians. Charter schools are also required to comply with this information dissemination. The bill includes definitions for terms related to AI and establishes that minors under 17 cannot possess, sell, or disseminate such images. Overall, the legislation seeks to enhance protections against the misuse of AI technology in creating harmful or exploitative images.

Statutes affected:
HB119 Original: 14:14(A), 14:1(D)(1)
HB119 Engrossed: 14:14(D), 14:1(D)(1)
HB119 Reengrossed: 14:14(D), 14:1(D)(1)