Campaign ads must disclose use of AI as part of proposed bill
Campaign ads must disclose use of AI as part of proposed bill
https://www.wafb.com/2026/04/02/campaign-ads-must-disclose-use-ai-part-proposed-bill/
Publish Date: 2026-04-02 11:37:00
Source Domain: www.wafb.com
- The House Governmental Affairs Committee has advanced House Bill 459 to require disclosure of AI usage in political ads.
- The bill aims to protect voters from deceptive messaging through AI in campaign ads.
- Author Rep. Mandie Landry proposes a $10,000 fine for candidates or campaigns that fail to include an AI disclaimer in their ads.
- The bill awaits a vote on the House floor to determine its future implementation.
- As artificial intelligence increasingly blurs the lines between real and fake content, this legislative step is intended to ensure transparency in political campaigns.
