In effect
Limited protection
Vermont Synthetic Media in Elections Law (S.23, Act 75 of 2026)
Vermont · 2026 VT Acts No. 75 (S.23)
Campaign media featuring AI-generated images, audio, or video used within 90 days of a Vermont election must carry a clear disclosure — on video for the full duration, in audio at the beginning, end, and every two minutes. Fines up to $1,000 first offense, $15,000 for repeats.
Technical detail
2026 VT Acts No. 75 (S.23), effective on signature Mar. 6, 2026: disclosure requirement for synthetic campaign media within 90-day pre-election window with prescribed text and escalating penalties.
Who is protected: Vermont voters and candidates
Who must comply: Anyone distributing AI-generated campaign media in Vermont
Key facts
| Jurisdiction | Vermont |
|---|---|
| Level | State |
| Status | In effect |
| Protection strength | Limited protection |
| Effective date | 2026-03-06 |
| Enacted | 2026-03-06 |
| Citation | 2026 VT Acts No. 75 (S.23) |
| Enforced by | Vermont Secretary of State; Vermont Attorney General |
| Penalties | Up to $1,000 (first); up to $15,000 (repeat) |
| Topics | deepfakes · election deepfakes · AI-generated images · AI disclosure and transparency |
| Last verified | 2026-06-12 |
| Official source | Bill Status S.23 (Act 75) — Vermont Legislature ↗ |
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