Gov. Armstrong signs 2 bills affecting North Dakota political communications, advertising
In a political age shaped by deepfakes and disinformation, North Dakota lawmakers are drawing a line. Two new laws, signed by Governor Kelly Armstrong, aim to bring clarity—and accountability—to modern campaigning. One requires bold disclaimers on political content generated with AI. The other cracks down on knowingly false political ads, extending penalties to text messages and social media. With unanimous or near-unanimous support in both chambers, the message is clear: tech may evolve, but truth in elections still matters. These changes take effect August 1. Michael Achterling with North Dakota Monitor has the full story.
HB 1167
A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 16.1-10 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to artificial intelligence disclosure statements.
House Sponsors: Warrey (R, District 22), Bahl (R, District 17), Christianson (R, District 18), Christy (R, District 27), Dobervich (D, District 11), Vollmer (R, District 6),
Senate Sponsors: Meyer (R, District 18), Sickler (R, District 17), Weber (R, District 22),
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HB 1204
A BILL for an Act to amend and reenact section 16.1-10-04 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the publication of false information in political advertisements, and to provide a penalty.
House Sponsors: Schatz (R, District 39), Dressler (R, District 36), Fisher (R, District 5), Frelich (R, District 15), Meier (R, District 32), Toman (R, District 34),
Senate Sponsors: Luick (R, District 25), Van Oosting (R, District 36),
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