REAL Political Advertisements Act
12/15/2023, 3:57 PMSummary of Bill HR 3044
The REAL Political Advertisements Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 3044, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to regulate political advertisements by requiring greater transparency and accountability from those who create and disseminate them.Under the REAL Political Advertisements Act, any individual or organization that creates or distributes political advertisements must disclose certain information about the ad, including who paid for it and who is responsible for its content. This information must be clearly displayed in the advertisement itself, making it easier for viewers to understand the source and intent behind the message.
Additionally, the bill aims to prevent foreign interference in US elections by prohibiting foreign nationals from purchasing political advertisements. This measure is intended to safeguard the integrity of the electoral process and ensure that American voters are not unduly influenced by outside forces. Overall, the REAL Political Advertisements Act seeks to promote transparency and accountability in political advertising, ultimately empowering voters to make informed decisions at the ballot box. By requiring greater disclosure and restricting foreign involvement, this legislation aims to strengthen the democratic process and uphold the principles of fair and free elections.
Congressional Summary of HR 3044
Require the Exposure of AI-Led Political Advertisements Act or the REAL Political Advertisements Act
This bill expands certain disclosure and disclaimer requirements for political campaigns, including by requiring disclaimers on advertisements containing content generated by artificial intelligence (AI).
Specifically, the bill requires a communication (e.g., a political advertisement) to include, in a clear and conspicuous manner, a statement if the communication contains an image or video footage that was generated in whole or in part with the use of AI. The bill outlines the requirements for determining a clear and conspicuous manner as it applies to specified communications (e.g., text or video communications).
The bill directs the Federal Election Commission (FEC) to issue a regulation related to generative AI, including the criteria for determining whether an advertisement contains an image or video footage created through generative AI.
The bill also requires reporting to the FEC of paid internet or digital communications.
