Protecting Voice and Likeness from AI Deepfakes and Unauthorized Duplications
This act establishes new property rights over an individual's voice and likeness, safeguarding citizens from unauthorized digital replicas created by artificial intelligence. It aims to prevent fraud, false endorsements, and the creation of non-consensual intimate images, providing avenues for victims to seek damages.
Key points
Every individual, living or deceased, gains a property right in their voice and likeness, which is transferable and inheritable.
Creating, distributing, or making available digital voice replicas or depictions without consent will be illegal and subject to financial penalties.
The act provides remedies for violations, including monetary damages, profit recovery, and attorney's fees.
Protection extends to cases where replicas are used for sexually explicit or child sexual abuse material, which is considered per se harm.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6943
Sponsor: Rep. Salazar, Maria Elvira [R-FL-27]
Process start date: 2024-01-10