New York Senate Bill S7592 introduces a requirement for disclosure when artificial intelligence is used in political communications [1]. The bill further directs the state board of elections to establish criteria for identifying generative AI in images or video footage and to define “AI-generated content” [2]. This development focuses on transparency in election-related content, particularly concerning synthetic media in campaigning.

Who does S7592 affect?

Organizations and campaigns engaged in political communication within New York State are primarily affected, particularly those utilizing generative AI for creating images or video footage in election-related content. Political consulting firms, advocacy groups, and and public relations agencies producing political advertisements would fall within scope. The precise scope will depend on the definitions and criteria subsequently established by the state board of elections.

What is the current status of S7592?

As of the last published update, S7592 is at the "committee" stage, with bill status "in committee".

Where can I find the primary source for S7592?

The primary source for the most recent update is at https://legislation.nysenate.gov/bills/2023/S7592. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill.

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S7592 — NY, US

S7592 is an AI governance legislation from NY, currently committee. New York Senate Bill S7592 mandates disclosure for AI use in political communications, pending definition development by the state board of elections [1]. AIGI tracks 2 primary-source updates on this bill; the most recent was published on 2023-07-07.

Status & timeline

Regulatory stage: committee
Bill status: in committee
Authority / governing body: New York State Senate
Chamber: senate
Document type: legislation

Next deadline: No fixed deadline — currently in committee review.

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Full obligation matrix

Actor	Obligation	Deadline	Source
Entities creating political communications	Disclose the use of artificial intelligence in political communications.	Upon enactment and establishment of criteria by the State Board of Elections	—
New York State Board of Elections	Create criteria for determining whether a political communication contains an image or video footage created through generative artificial intelligence.	Upon enactment	—
New York State Board of Elections	Create a definition of content generated by artificial intelligence.	Upon enactment	—

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Enforcement risk score

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Announced regulation; enforcement footprint still forming.

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Role-based compliance checklist

compliance_officer Monitor the legislative progress of NY S7592.
compliance_officer Track guidance and definitions issued by the New York State Board of Elections regarding AI-generated content.
product_manager If enacted, assess all current and planned political communication strategies for potential use of AI-generated images or video.
compliance_officer If enacted, develop and implement clear disclosure mechanisms for AI-generated content in all relevant political communications.

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Vendor impact assessment

Vendor risk class: medium
Procurement categories: ai_in_advertising, content_moderation

Vendors providing generative AI tools for political campaigning or content creation must ensure their products can support clients' disclosure obligations regarding AI-generated images and video, potentially through identifiable metadata or clear content labeling features.

Sample vendor questions

Does your generative AI tool create images or video footage?
How can we identify if content created with your tool contains AI-generated elements for disclosure purposes?
Does your tool provide metadata or watermarking to indicate AI generation?
What processes do you have in place to help users comply with disclosure requirements for AI-generated content?

Intelligence briefs (2)

legislation in_committee 7/7/2023

NY Bill S7592: Disclosure for AI in Political Communications

New York Senate Bill S7592 mandates disclosure for AI use in political communications, pending definition development by the state board of elections [1].

This signals an emerging legislative focus on transparency and accountability for synthetic media within political campaigning.

Deadline: No fixed deadline — currently in committee review.

Primary source →

legislation in_committee 7/7/2023

NY Bill S7592 Mandates AI Disclosure in Political Communications

New York Bill S7592 would require disclosure of AI use in political communications [1].

This addresses the emerging challenge of synthetic media in political discourse, shaping AI transparency obligations for deployers and content creators.

Deadline: No fixed deadline — currently in committee review.

Primary source →

Frequently asked questions

What is S7592?: New York Senate Bill S7592 introduces a requirement for disclosure when artificial intelligence is used in political communications [1]. The bill further directs the state board of elections to establish criteria for identifying generative AI in images or video footage and to define “AI-generated content” [2]. This development focuses on transparency in election-related content, particularly concerning synthetic media in campaigning. Primary source →
Why does S7592 matter?: This signals an emerging legislative focus on transparency and accountability for synthetic media within political campaigning. Primary source →
Who does S7592 affect?: Organizations and campaigns engaged in political communication within New York State are primarily affected, particularly those utilizing generative AI for creating images or video footage in election-related content. Political consulting firms, advocacy groups, and and public relations agencies producing political advertisements would fall within scope. The precise scope will depend on the definitions and criteria subsequently established by the state board of elections. Primary source →
What are the key dates for S7592?: No fixed deadline — currently in committee review. Primary source →
What is the current status of S7592?: As of the last published update, S7592 is at the "committee" stage, with bill status "in committee". Primary source →
Where can I find the primary source for S7592?: The primary source for the most recent update is at https://legislation.nysenate.gov/bills/2023/S7592. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →

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NY Bill S7592: Disclosure for AI in Political Communications

NY Bill S7592 Mandates AI Disclosure in Political Communications

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