LD 230 Maine House · 132nd Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act To Protect Minors From Harmful Depictions Generated By Artificial Intelligence

This bill prohibits using AI-generated images of specific minors in advertisements without parental consent, requiring written permission for any minor's image in marketing. It creates a civil right for minors or their parents to sue violators for damages and legal fees. The bill also amends criminal laws to classify as a crime the intentional dissemination of AI-generated material depicting minors under 16 (Class C) or under 12 (Class B) engaging in sexually explicit conduct. It directly affects advertisers, content creators, and anyone using AI to generate images of minors, while providing legal recourse for minors and their guardians.
Bill status failed 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 16, 2025 Last action May 28, 2025
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May 23, 2025
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The Bill was REFERRED to the Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY pursuant to Joint Rule 308.2 and ordered printed pursuant to Joint Rule 401.
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