SB163

Regards AI images, simulated child porn, replica identity fraud

Chamber Passed·5/20/26

Ohio SB163 prohibits simulated child pornography, identity fraud using replicas, and mandates watermarks on AI-generated products.

Ohio SB163 amends state law to prohibit the creation, distribution, and possession of simulated child pornography and obscene material involving minors or impaired persons. It also criminalizes identity fraud using replicas of a person's persona and mandates that AI-generated products have a watermark. The bill sets varying felony degrees for offenses based on the value involved and the victim's status, with specific provisions for repeat offenders and those targeting protected classes. Civil penalties and restitution are also outlined.

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  • Impact
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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 6–0 · May 20
Current
Technology and Innovation Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

30 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

May 20

9:45 AM

Senate Judiciary 7th Hearing, Proponent/Opponent/Interested Party

May 13

9:45 AM

Senate Judiciary 6th Hearing, Proponent/Opponent/Interested Party

History

May 27

House

Referred to committee: Technology and Innovation

May 26

House

Introduced

May 20

Senate

Reported - Substitute: Judiciary