The proposed bill aims to prohibit the use of nudification technology in Minnesota, specifically targeting the alteration of images or videos to reveal intimate parts of individuals. It introduces new legal language under Minnesota Statutes, chapter 325E, establishing definitions for terms such as "nudify" and "intimate part." The bill mandates that individuals or entities controlling websites, applications, or software must not allow users to access, download, or utilize their platforms for nudification purposes.
Additionally, the bill provides a framework for civil actions against violators, allowing individuals harmed by such actions to seek compensatory and punitive damages, injunctive relief, and reasonable attorney fees. The attorney general is granted enforcement authority, with violators facing significant civil penalties of at least $500,000 for each instance of unlawful access or use. The provisions of this bill are set to take effect on August 1, 2025, and will apply to causes of action that arise after that date.