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Combating Deepfakes: Digital Forgery Task Force Established

This act establishes a special task force to develop methods for detecting and limiting the spread of fake digital content, such as manipulated videos or audio recordings. The goal is to protect citizens from misinformation and ensure the reliability of online information, impacting security and media trust.
Key points
Establishment of an expert task force to combat digital content forgeries (deepfakes).
Development of standards and technologies for verifying the origin of digital content.
Proposals for legal and policy changes to reduce the impact of digital forgeries.
Enhancing the ability of citizens and companies to identify manipulated content.
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Print number: 117_S_2559
Sponsor: Sen. Portman, Rob [R-OH]
Process start date: 2021-07-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Deepfake Task Force Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2559.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of an expert task force to combat digital content forgeries (deepfakes).
  • Development of standards and technologies for verifying the origin of digital content.
  • Proposals for legal and policy changes to reduce the impact of digital forgeries.
  • Enhancing the ability of citizens and companies to identify manipulated content.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Portman, Rob [R-OH].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 382.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

CATEGORIES

Media and Culture Security Informatization