ETHICS: Prohibits making false statements in elections regarding candidates. (8/1/24)

This bill prohibits candidates, individuals, and political committees from spreading false statements about other election candidates with the intent to mislead voters. The law covers various forms of communication, including oral, written, digital, and visual materials, and applies when the speaker knows the statement is false or should reasonably expect it to be false. Violating this rule would be considered an unethical election practice subject to penalties. The legislation aims to reduce misinformation in campaigns by setting clear boundaries on what claims can be made about opponents.