Relating to required disclosures on certain political advertising that contains altered media; creating a criminal offense.

HB 142 requires political advertisers (including candidates, officeholders, and committees) who spend over $100 on political ads containing altered media - such as AI-generated images, videos, or audio - to include a clear disclosure stating the content did not occur in reality. The bill exempts superficial edits (like brightness or color changes) but mandates disclosures for all other alterations, with the Texas Election Commission setting the required disclosure format. Violating this law is a Class A misdemeanor, though platforms like social media, internet services, and broadcasters are exempt from liability under Section 230. The bill applies to ads intended to influence elections and takes effect 91 days after the legislative session ends.