As introduced: - Creates a new, licensable property right in an individual's voice and visual likeness, extending 70 years after death, and authorizes a private right of action against the knowing, unauthorized use of a "digital replica". - Prescribes statutory damages of at least $5,000 per violation, in addition to actual damages, injunctive relief, and potential punitive damages. - Exempts from liability digital replicas used for news, commentary, parody, and other expressive works, unless the replica depicts sexually explicit conduct. - Establishes a safe harbor from liability for online services that promptly remove unauthorized digital replicas upon receiving a takedown notice.
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
Jan 28, 2026 | — | Not Printed |
| Last Action | Jan 28, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Year | 2026 |
| Bill Type | Bill |
| Created | Mar 21, 2026 |
| Updated | Jan 29, 2026 |