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Governor Murphy Signs Deepfake Legislation into Law

Governor murphy signs deepfake legislation into law

Governor Murphy Signs Deepfake Legislation into Law

**Trenton, NJ** – Governor Phil Murphy has enacted a new law to address the issue of unlawfully created or distributed deepfakes. The legislation, sponsored by Senator Kristin Corrado (R-40), introduces penalties for those who produce or circulate deepfake media for unlawful purposes.

Senator Corrado emphasized the severe impact of sharing deepfakes on victims, likening it to the unauthorized distribution of real media. She highlighted concerns over deepfakes created using artificial intelligence, especially in the realm of pornography, and stressed the need for transparency and accountability in digital media.

The law categorizes creating or sharing illegal deepfake media as a third-degree crime. Convictions can lead to three to five years of imprisonment, fines up to $15,000, or both. Courts may also impose fines up to $30,000. Besides criminal penalties, individuals portrayed in unlawful deepfake media can pursue civil liability against creators or distributors.

The full text of the legislative measures S-2544/A-3540 can be accessed online for more detailed information.

New Jersey AG Argues Against Trump Ceasing of Abortions for Servicemembers

New jersey ag argues against trump ceasing of abortions for servicemembers

New Jersey AG Calls for Meeting on VA Abortion Care Rule

**TRENTON, NJ** – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has joined a coalition of six attorneys general to request a meeting with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Doug Collins and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Russell Vought. The purpose of the meeting is to urge the Trump Administration to maintain a federal rule that grants veterans and their families access to important reproductive health services, which includes abortion care.

The “Reproductive Health Services” Rule allows the VA medical benefits package and CHAMPVA to provide abortion counseling and services in cases where the patient’s life or health is at risk or in instances of self-reported rape or incest. The Trump Administration is currently reviewing this rule and has conducted meetings with various stakeholders.

Attorney General Platkin expressed concerns about the potential changes to veterans’ access to reproductive health services, stating the importance of these services for veterans. He highlighted the hardships that could result from blocking access to these crucial medical services, emphasizing the need to prevent any rollback of current regulations.

The attorneys general argue that preserving the rule is vital as it addresses healthcare gaps for veterans and families, especially regarding emergency conditions linked to pregnancy and miscarriage complications.