The Human Artistry Campaign commends expanding support for federal guardrails against the unauthorized use of Americans’ voices and likenesses in AI-generated content as Congress advances the bipartisan, bicameral NO FAKES Act.
Sens. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., Chris Coons, D-Del., Thom Tillis, R-N.C., and Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., alongside Reps. Maria Elvira Salazar, R-Fla., Madeleine Dean, D-Pa., Nathaniel Moran, R-Texas, Becca Balint, D-Vt., and Laurel Lee, R-Fla., lead the legislation. The NO FAKES Act would establish a clear, enforceable federal right protecting individuals from the unconsented use of their identity in digital replicas and deepfakes.
The Human Artistry Campaign stands for fully prioritizing human creativity as AI evolves, expanding imagination, not replacing it, and opening possibilities rather than closing doors, said Moiya McTier, Senior Advisor, Human Artistry Campaign. Preserving everyone’s fundamental right to their own voices and images is a critical and immediate need. The NO FAKES Act protects that right, while also supporting free speech rights and promoting responsible, ethical AI development. Senators Blackburn and Coons, Representatives Salazar and Dean have shepherded bipartisan agreement among their colleagues for this landmark legislation. Every American deserves a right to their own identity. As highly realistic AI voice clones and harmful deepfakes become more pervasive, this bill stands ready for passage and the time to act is now.
This action comes at a pivotal moment. As AI tools rapidly advance, highly realistic voice clones and digital likenesses are becoming easier to create and harder to detect, creating real risks for artists, performers, actors, authors and everyday Americans alike. The NO FAKES Act responds to that reality with a national framework grounded in consent, accountability and responsible innovation, something creative communities, policymakers, advocacy organizations and even tech leaders believe is an urgent need.
The NO FAKES Act reflects a broad consensus that innovation must be paired with clear protections for the people it impacts. Individuals may reach out to their Representatives and urge them to support the NO FAKES Act at https://humanartistrycampaign.quorum.us/campaign/162429/.
For further information on the legislation, visit https://www.humanartistrycampaign.com/nofakesact.
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