5152-S AMS WILJ S1510.1
SSB 5152 - S AMD 37
By Senator J. Wilson
NOT ADOPTED 02/15/2023
On page 2, line 2, after "media" insert "with actual malice"
On page 2, line 6, after "media" insert "with actual malice"
On page 2, line 7, after "general" strike "or special damages" and insert "damages, not to exceed $1,000"
EFFECT: (1) Caps the amount a candidate may recover in an action for the undisclosed use of synthetic media in an electioneering communication at $1,000.
(2) Removes the ability of a candidate to seek special damages for the undisclosed use of synthetic media in an electioneering communication.
(3) Requires that a candidate seeking damages for or an injunction against the undisclosed use of synthetic media demonstrate actual malice.
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