New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
A 235: Relates to unauthorized depictions of public officials generated by artificial intelligence
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
A 235 is a bill introduced in the New York House on January 8, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relates to unauthorized depictions of public officials generated by artificial intelligence. Primary sponsor: Clyde Vanel (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires the owner, licensee or operator of a visual or audio generative artificial intelligence system to take steps to prohibit its users from creating unauthorized realistic depictions of public officials.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clyde Vanel | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION
- REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION