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HF1895 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Nudification technology access prohibited.

Related bill: SF1783

AI Generated Summary

The bill H.F. No. 1895, introduced in the Minnesota House of Representatives, aims to prohibit the use of nudification technology—a process that alters images or videos to depict intimate parts that were not originally present.

Key Provisions:

  1. Definitions:

    • "Intimate part" refers to its definition under Minnesota statute 604.32.
    • "Nudify" means altering an image or video to realistically depict intimate parts of an identifiable individual.

  2. Prohibition on Nudification Technology:

    • Website, app, software, or program owners/providers cannot allow users to access, download, or use nudification tools.

  3. Civil Action and Damages:

    • Injured individuals can sue for:
      1. Compensatory damages (up to three times actual damages, including mental anguish).
      2. Punitive damages.
      3. Injunctive relief.
      4. Attorney fees, costs, and other legal expenses.
      5. Any other relief deemed necessary by the court.

  4. Enforcement and Penalties:

    • The Minnesota Attorney General can enforce the law.
    • Violators may face civil penalties of at least $500,000 per offense.

This bill proposes a strict ban on AI-powered nudification tools, setting severe financial penalties for violations.

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 04, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toCommerce Finance and Policy
March 04, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toCommerce Finance and Policy
March 09, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added
March 10, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added
March 12, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added

Citations

 
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