S.738

Digital Content Provenance Initiative/Funds

Introduced·3/25/25

Establishes the Digital Content Provenance Initiative to combat misinformation and ensure authenticity of digital content in North Carolina.

The Digital Content Provenance Initiative aims to protect North Carolina residents from misinformation by authenticating digital content. It establishes a registry for official state communications, develops public education resources, and partners with tech companies to integrate provenance standards. The initiative will study methods to detect false attribution of synthetic media to public officials. It includes a Digital Content Provenance Advisory Board to advise on technical standards and privacy safeguards.

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Where it stands

Current
Appropriations/Base Budget Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Mar 26, 2025

Senate

Passed 1st Reading

Mar 26, 2025

Senate

Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate

Mar 26, 2025

Senate

Withdrawn From Com