This bill amends section 49-1401 of the Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2024, to enhance the Nebraska Political Accountability and Disclosure Act by defining terms related to deepfakes and synthetic media. It specifically prohibits the distribution of deceptive and fraudulent deepfakes that misrepresent candidates or political parties within ninety days of an election. The bill outlines what constitutes a "deceptive and fraudulent deepfake" and "synthetic media," and establishes that individuals or entities distributing such media may face legal consequences unless they include a clear disclosure indicating the media has been manipulated or generated by artificial intelligence.

Additionally, the bill provides exceptions for certain entities, such as broadcasting stations and publications, under specific conditions, including the requirement for clear disclosures regarding the authenticity of the media. It also allows candidates depicted in deceptive deepfakes to seek injunctive relief against such media. The bill includes a severability clause to ensure that if any part is deemed invalid, the remaining provisions will still stand. The original section 49-1401 is repealed as part of this legislative update.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 49-1401