Iowa House File 2082 introduces restrictions on using artificial intelligence to intentionally recreate an individual's audio or visual likeness without consent, effective July 1, 2026 [1]. The bill specifies various prohibited uses, including commercial activity and political campaigns, and establishes a civil cause of action for violations, allowing for actual and punitive damages up to $250,000 per violation [2].

Who does HF 2082 affect?

Organizations employing generative AI to create or manipulate audio or visual content, particularly for commercial activity or political campaigns, are within scope. This includes entities in advertising, marketing, media production, and political consulting that operate or target consumers in Iowa. Considerations include any use intended to diminish an individual's credibility, cause embarrassment, or induce persons to take actions they otherwise would not.

What is the current status of HF 2082?

As of the last published update, HF 2082 is at the "introduced" stage, with bill status "introduced".

Where can I find the primary source for HF 2082?

The primary source for the most recent update is at https://www.legis.iowa.gov/publications/search/document?fq=id:1595947&q=artificial+intelligence. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill.

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HF 2082 — IA, US

HF 2082 is an AI governance legislation from IA, currently introduced. The bill prohibits AI use to recreate substantially indistinguishable likenesses for specific purposes without consent, effective July 1, 2026 [1]. AIGI tracks 1 primary-source update on this bill, sourced directly from the issuing authority.

Status & timeline

Regulatory stage: introduced
Bill status: introduced
Authority / governing body: Iowa Legislature
Chamber: house
Document type: legislation

Next deadline: On or after July 1, 2026

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Full obligation matrix

Actor	Obligation	Deadline	Source
other	A person shall not use artificial intelligence to intentionally recreate the audio or visual likeness of an individual without the consent of the individual if the likeness was intended to be substantially indistinguishable from the individual and the likeness is used in commercial activity.	2026-07-01	—
other	A person shall not use artificial intelligence to intentionally recreate the audio or visual likeness of an individual without the consent of the individual if the likeness was intended to be substantially indistinguishable from the individual and the likeness is used in a political campaign which the individual does not support.	2026-07-01	—
other	A person shall not use artificial intelligence to intentionally recreate the audio or visual likeness of an individual without the consent of the individual if the likeness was intended to be substantially indistinguishable from the individual and the likeness is used in a manner intended to make other persons believe that the individual engages in activities the individual would reasonably find offensive.	2026-07-01	—
other	A person shall not use artificial intelligence to intentionally recreate the audio or visual likeness of an individual without the consent of the individual if the likeness was intended to be substantially indistinguishable from the individual and the likeness is used in a manner intended to diminish the individual’s credibility, cause embarrassment, or otherwise lower the individual’s esteem within the individual’s community.	2026-07-01	—
other	A person shall not use artificial intelligence to intentionally recreate the audio or visual likeness of an individual without the consent of the individual if the likeness was intended to be substantially indistinguishable from the individual and the likeness is used in a manner intended to induce a person to take an action or divulge information the person otherwise would not.	2026-07-01	—

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Enforcement risk score

/ 100

Announced regulation; enforcement footprint still forming.

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Role-based compliance checklist

general_counsel Assess current and planned uses of AI to determine if any involve generating audio or visual likenesses of individuals. (2026-07-01)
product_manager Develop or implement mechanisms for obtaining explicit, revocable consent from individuals before generating and using their AI likeness. (2026-07-01)
marketing Review all advertising and campaign materials involving AI-generated content to ensure compliance with consent requirements for likeness use. (2026-07-01)
compliance_officer Establish internal policies and training programs for employees on the legal prohibitions and consent requirements related to AI-generated likenesses. (2026-07-01)
cto Evaluate AI systems and third-party tools for capabilities related to generating human likenesses and ensure they support consent workflows. (2026-07-01)

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Vendor impact assessment

Vendor risk class: high
Procurement categories: content_creation_ai, ai_in_advertising, marketing_personalization

Vendors offering AI-powered content generation, marketing, or advertising tools that can create or manipulate human likenesses will need to demonstrate robust consent management systems and adherence to these prohibitions.

Sample vendor questions

Does your AI system allow for the generation or manipulation of audio or visual likenesses of real individuals?
What mechanisms do you provide for obtaining, documenting, and managing individual consent for the use of their likeness by AI?
How does your system prevent the creation or deployment of substantially indistinguishable likenesses without explicit consent?
Can your system identify if a generated likeness is intended to mimic a specific individual, and what controls are in place for such instances?
What contractual provisions do you include regarding compliance with state laws concerning AI-generated likenesses and consent?

Intelligence briefs (1)

legislation introduced

Iowa Bill Restricts AI Likenesses Without Consent, Creates Civil Liability

The bill prohibits AI use to recreate substantially indistinguishable likenesses for specific purposes without consent, effective July 1, 2026 [1].

This establishes a new state-level civil liability for unconsented AI-generated likenesses, influencing deployer risk calculations in creative and advertising sectors.

Deadline: On or after July 1, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

What is HF 2082?: Iowa House File 2082 introduces restrictions on using artificial intelligence to intentionally recreate an individual's audio or visual likeness without consent, effective July 1, 2026 [1]. The bill specifies various prohibited uses, including commercial activity and political campaigns, and establishes a civil cause of action for violations, allowing for actual and punitive damages up to $250,000 per violation [2]. Primary source →
Why does HF 2082 matter?: This establishes a new state-level civil liability for unconsented AI-generated likenesses, influencing deployer risk calculations in creative and advertising sectors. Primary source →
Who does HF 2082 affect?: Organizations employing generative AI to create or manipulate audio or visual content, particularly for commercial activity or political campaigns, are within scope. This includes entities in advertising, marketing, media production, and political consulting that operate or target consumers in Iowa. Considerations include any use intended to diminish an individual's credibility, cause embarrassment, or induce persons to take actions they otherwise would not. Primary source →
What are the key dates for HF 2082?: On or after July 1, 2026 Primary source →
What is the current status of HF 2082?: As of the last published update, HF 2082 is at the "introduced" stage, with bill status "introduced". Primary source →
Where can I find the primary source for HF 2082?: The primary source for the most recent update is at https://www.legis.iowa.gov/publications/search/document?fq=id:1595947&q=artificial+intelligence. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →

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Status & timeline

Intelligence briefs (1)

Iowa Bill Restricts AI Likenesses Without Consent, Creates Civil Liability

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