FL AI Political Ad Law
Florida Artificial Intelligence Use in Political Advertising Law - HB 919
Requires political advertisements, electioneering communications, or miscellaneous advertisements using AI to include specified disclaimer. Criminal and civil penalties for violations.
Jurisdiction
Florida
Enacted
Apr 26, 2024
Effective
Jul 1, 2024
Enforcement
Florida Elections Commission; criminal prosecution available
Approved by Governor on April 26, 2024. Effective July 1, 2024.
Florida House of RepresentativesWhy It Matters
Establishes transparency requirements for AI-generated political content. Relevant for platforms hosting political advertising.
Recent Developments
Effective July 1, 2024. Part of broader state trend regulating AI in political advertising.
At a Glance
Applies to
Harms addressed
Requires
Who Must Comply
- Political campaigns in Florida
- Anyone creating AI-generated political advertising
- Platforms hosting political advertising
Obligations fall on:
Safety Provisions
- Mandatory disclaimer for AI-generated political content
- Applies to political ads, electioneering communications
- Criminal and civil enforcement available
Compliance & Enforcement
Penalties
criminal liability
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Florida
Focus Areas
General regulation
Cite This
APA
Florida. (2024). Florida Artificial Intelligence Use in Political Advertising Law - HB 919.
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Last updated January 22, 2026. Verify against primary sources before relying on this information.