Maine LD1690 mandates disclosure of synthetic media in political communications.
Maine LD1690 requires individuals or entities to disclose when an image, audio recording, or video recording used in political communications has been materially manipulated by artificial intelligence or other means. The bill defines "synthetic media" as an image, audio recording, or video recording that has been created or manipulated to create a materially deceptive or fraudulent political communication. Violations of this requirement may result in a civil penalty of up to 500% of the amount of the expenditure in violation.
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