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Ohio|SB163

Regards AI images, simulated child porn, replica identity fraud

Chamber 1

Summary

This bill requires AI-generated images and content to include a watermark identifying them as artificially created. It prohibits the creation and distribution of simulated child sexual abuse material and makes it illegal to use AI-generated replicas of a person's identity to commit fraud or deception. The law applies to individuals and companies that create or distribute AI-generated content, with particular focus on protecting children and preventing identity theft.

Sponsor

RLouis Blessing

Last action

Passed

May 20, 2026

Topics

Consumer ProtectionDeepfakes & Synthetic MediaTransparency & DisclosureChildren & AI Safety

Co-sponsors (3)

RTerry Johnson,DWilliam DeMora,DCatherine Ingram

Legislative history

May 20, 2026S

Reported - Substitute: Judiciary

May 20, 2026S

Passed

Apr 2, 2025S

Referred to committee: Judiciary

Apr 1, 2025S

Introduced