Louisiana · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 42: CRIME/PUNISHMENT: Prohibits using artificial intelligence to create child sexual abuse materials. (8/1/26)

Enacted Last action June 9, 2026: Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 892.

Plain-language summary

SB 42 is a bill introduced in the Louisiana Senate on February 10, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: CRIME/PUNISHMENT: Prohibits using artificial intelligence to create child sexual abuse materials. (8/1/26). Primary sponsor: Rick Edmonds (Republican). It lists 45 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (June 9, 2026): Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 892.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Rick Edmonds (Republican). 45 co-sponsors.