New York S07963 mandates that political communications include provenance data for audio, images, and videos, and repeals certain provisions after.

New York S07963, known as the "election content accountability act," requires political communications to include provenance data for all audios, images, and videos used. This data must record the origin or history of the content, any modifications, and whether it was created or edited using artificial intelligence. The bill also specifies penalties for violations, with fines up to $100,000 for intentional or grossly negligent violations and up to $50,000 for unintentional or non-negligent violations. Certain provisions of this act will expire and be repealed on December 31, 2030.

New York S07963 mandates that political communications include provenance data for audio, images, and videos, and repeals certain provisions after.

New York S07963, known as the "election content accountability act," requires political communications to include provenance data for all audios, images, and videos used. This data must record the origin or history of the content, any modifications, and whether it was created or edited using artificial intelligence. The bill also specifies penalties for violations, with fines up to $100,000 for intentional or grossly negligent violations and up to $50,000 for unintentional or non-negligent violations. Certain provisions of this act will expire and be repealed on December 31, 2030.