Vermont H0829 mandates notification of artificial voice use in robocalls and sets penalties for violations.

Vermont H0829 introduces a requirement for robocalls using artificial voices to notify the recipient of this use via an unrecorded, natural voice announcement. The bill defines artificial voice as one generated or altered using artificial intelligence. It also outlines civil and criminal penalties for violations, including damages, civil penalties, and imprisonment. The act aims to protect consumers from deceptive robocalls and will take effect on July 1, 2026.

Vermont H0829 mandates notification of artificial voice use in robocalls and sets penalties for violations.

Vermont H0829 introduces a requirement for robocalls using artificial voices to notify the recipient of this use via an unrecorded, natural voice announcement. The bill defines artificial voice as one generated or altered using artificial intelligence. It also outlines civil and criminal penalties for violations, including damages, civil penalties, and imprisonment. The act aims to protect consumers from deceptive robocalls and will take effect on July 1, 2026.