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HF 1895

Nudification technology access prohibited.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kristin Bahner and 3 co-sponsors

Minnesota bill criminalizes use of AI and software to digitally remove clothing from people's images without consent, targeting non-consensual intimate imagery creation.

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Bill Summary · HF 1895

Legislative bill overview

HF 1895 prohibits access to and use of "nudification technology"—software or tools that digitally remove clothing from images of people without consent. The bill appears designed to criminalize the creation and distribution of non-consensual intimate imagery generated through AI and similar technologies.

Why is this important

Non-consensual intimate images cause documented psychological harm to victims and disproportionately affect women and minors. As deepfake and AI image manipulation technology becomes more accessible, this legislation attempts to establish legal boundaries before such abuse becomes widespread, similar to existing laws against revenge porn in many states.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition clarity: "Nudification technology" may be vaguely defined, potentially catching legitimate academic research, artistic tools, or educational software in overly broad language
  • Enforcement challenges: Determining intent and proving "without consent" in digital contexts is technically complex; bad actors can operate across state and international lines
  • First Amendment concerns: Some argue broad restrictions on image manipulation tools could conflict with free speech protections, requiring careful statutory language distinguishing illegal use from protected expression

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

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