Tag: Maryland politics
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Maryland Lawmakers Advance Bills Targeting Election-Related Deepfake Deception
Maryland lawmakers are proposing legislation, House Bill 145 and Senate Bill 141, to limit deceptive AI-generated media in elections, addressing concerns over misleading “deepfake” content. The bills prohibit knowingly creating or sharing synthetic media intended to mislead voters while protecting free speech. They aim to address potential rapid misinformation in election cycles.
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Maryland Campaign Finance Explained: How Exploratory Committees Became a Regulatory Blind Spot
Maryland’s campaign finance system, known for its structured disclosure requirements, faces scrutiny regarding the exploratory phase of candidacy. Currently, regulations allow fundraising without registration or donor disclosure prior to official declarations. Proposed bills HB 157 and SB 65 aim to define exploratory committees, enforce transparency, and align pre-candidacy fundraising with existing rules.
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2026 Maryland Governor’s Race: What We Know So Far
The 2026 Maryland gubernatorial election is set for November 3, 2026, with party primaries on June 23, 2026. Incumbent Democratic Governor Wes Moore seeks re-election alongside Aruna Miller. While early polling shows Moore as the frontrunner, Republican candidates are emerging, and the race remains dynamic leading up to the filing deadline.
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