Bill
HD 3605
Overview: HD 3605, An Act protecting minors from the creation of computer-generated child sexual abuse visual materials, proposed bill, introduced November 29, 2025.Purpose and Int
Overview: HD 3605, An Act protecting minors from the creation of computer-generated child sexual abuse visual materials, proposed bill, introduced November 29, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The goal of this legislation is to prohibit the creation and distribution of computer-generated visual depictions of child sexual abuse, even if no actual children were involved in their production. This type of synthetic media, often referred to as "deepfakes", can be used to exploit and sexualize minors in ways that are extremely harmful. This bill aims to close a legal loophole and strengthen protections for children.
Key Provisions:
- Criminalizes the knowing creation, production, distribution, presentation, exhibition, or advertisement of any computer-generated visual depiction that appears to be a minor engaged in sexual conduct.
- Imposes penalties of up to 10 years in prison and/or fines of up to $10,000 for violations.
- Allows victims to seek civil damages from perpetrators.
- Requires internet service providers to report any known instances of this type of synthetic media to law enforcement.
Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would primarily impact individuals who engage in the creation or distribution of computer-generated child sexual abuse materials, subjecting them to criminal prosecution. It would also affect internet service providers, who would have new reporting obligations. Most importantly, the legislation aims to protect minors from the harms associated with the proliferation of this type of exploitative synthetic media.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been introduced in the state legislature and is currently under consideration. If passed, the new criminal prohibitions and civil remedies would take effect within 90 days, providing immediate protections for minors.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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