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HB 3028

COMPUTER-GEN SEXUAL IMAGES

104th Regular Session Introduced by Janet Yang Rohr

Illinois bill criminalizes creating and distributing computer-generated sexual images of real people without consent to address AI-enabled harassment and abuse.

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 3028

Legislative bill overview

HB 3028 proposes to establish criminal penalties for the creation, distribution, or possession of computer-generated sexual images (deepfake pornography) in Illinois. The bill aims to criminalize synthetic sexual imagery depicting real individuals without consent, addressing a growing form of image-based abuse enabled by artificial intelligence technology.

Why is this important

Non-consensual deepfake pornography causes documented psychological harm to victims and can facilitate harassment, blackmail, and reputational damage. Illinois would join several other states in creating legal recourse against this technology-enabled abuse, though the scope and enforceability of such laws remain legally complex as courts evaluate First Amendment implications.

Potential points of contention

  • Free speech concerns: Courts have previously struck down similar laws as overly broad restrictions on speech; balancing harm prevention against First Amendment protections remains legally unsettled
  • Definitional precision: Determining where synthetic imagery restrictions end and legitimate artistic/satirical use begins requires careful statutory language to avoid unintended consequences
  • Enforcement challenges: Identifying creators and proving intent behind digital content creation poses significant practical obstacles for law enforcement
  • Consent and disclosure standards: Questions remain about whether the law applies to all synthetic sexual images or only those impersonating specific real people

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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