People could sue in federal court when someone makes or shares realistic sexual deepfakes of them without consent. Courts could award money and order the images taken down or kept from spreading.
Modern Action explains what the legislation does, helps you choose whether to support, oppose, or ask for changes, and drafts a message tied to the bill, your stance, and the elected officials who can act on it.
DEFIANCE Act of 2024 is a House bill in Congress.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects people whose real image is used in sexual images or videos without consent. It also affects people who make, request, keep, or share realistic sexual digital fakes. Online creators and platforms may face more legal risk if intimate digital fakes move through their services. States and Tribal governments would keep power to pass or enforce stronger victim-protection laws.
Why this matters: People harmed by sexual deepfakes often need fast help because the images can spread online quickly. This bill would give them a federal path to seek money and court orders to stop that spread. It could make lawsuits less risky for victims by letting courts hide their names and protect the images during the case. It also draws a clearer legal line for people who create or share realistic intimate digital fakes without consent.
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Officially: DEFIANCE Act of 2024
People could sue in federal court when someone makes or shares realistic sexual deepfakes of them without consent. Courts could award money and order the images taken down or kept from spreading.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend HR7569. Modern Action explains what the bill does, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
Where it stands
Sitting in House Committee
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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This page gives you an opportunity to support, oppose, or ask for changes to DEFIANCE Act of 2024, then contact the elected officials who can act. Modern Action drafts the message from your position and the reasons you select.
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