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119th Congress
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SENATES. 4915· 119th Congress

Require Labels on AI-Generated Content

AI Labeling Act of 2026

Sponsor
Brian Schatz (D-HI)
Introduced
Jun 24, 2026
Last Action
Jun 24, 2026
Passage
12%
Introduced
Jun 24, 2026
2
Committee
3
Floor Vote
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • Bill requires disclosure labels on artificially generated audio, video, images, and text to identify AI content to consumers.
  • Specific labeling standards and enforcement mechanisms not yet detailed in published summary.
  • Likely creates obligations for companies deploying AI-generated material in public-facing contexts.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • Tech companies and content creators must add disclosure labels—affects business practices and content distribution workflows.
  • Consumers gain ability to identify synthetic media, reducing spread of deepfakes and manipulated content.
  • Tradeoff: compliance costs for platforms versus transparency benefits for public trust in media.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Bill sits in Senate Commerce Committee; detailed text and analysis unavailable until CRS summary publishes.
  • Committee will decide whether to advance, amend, or shelve the bill—typical timeline 2-6 months.
  • Track progress at Congress.gov or contact your senator to signal support or opposition on AI transparency.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • Jun 24, 2026Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
  • Jun 24, 2026Introduced in Senate