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Protection against Nonconsensual Intimate Images and Deepfakes

New law imposes strict penalties for publishing intimate images or videos without consent, including digitally altered ones (deepfakes). Online platforms must promptly remove such content upon request from affected individuals, enhancing digital safety and privacy for citizens.
Key points
Prohibits publishing intimate images or videos without consent, both authentic and digitally altered (deepfakes), with intent to cause harm.
Online platforms must remove nonconsensual intimate content within 48 hours of receiving a valid request from the affected individual.
Threats to publish such content are also punishable, and offenders may forfeit property gained from the crime and be ordered to pay restitution to victims.
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VOTING RESULTS
2025-04-28
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For 409
Against 2
Abstain 0
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Status: Became Law
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_146
Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
Process start date: 2025-01-16
Voting date: 2025-04-28
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 104
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

TAKE IT DOWN Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_146.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits publishing intimate images or videos without consent, both authentic and digitally altered (deepfakes), with intent to cause harm.
  • Online platforms must remove nonconsensual intimate content within 48 hours of receiving a valid request from the affected individual.
  • Threats to publish such content are also punishable, and offenders may forfeit property gained from the crime and be ordered to pay restitution to victims.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 119-12.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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