Tag: technology
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Possible Elections Law Violation Flagged in Godwin Commissioner Race
A local commissioner race in Godwin, North Carolina, is being reviewed for potential violations of campaign finance laws. Discrepancies in campaign filings prompted oversight from election officials, but no formal charges or penalties have been made yet. The situation underscores the importance of compliance in maintaining public trust in elections.
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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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Federal Court Strikes Down Hawaii Deepfake Election Law on First Amendment Grounds
A federal judge ruled Hawaii’s deepfake law unconstitutional, stating it infringed on First Amendment rights by imposing content-based restrictions on political speech. The law aimed to limit AI-generated media misleading voters but was found vague and potentially arbitrary. The ruling emphasizes the balance between addressing disinformation and protecting free speech.
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Ohio Launches “EleXa,” a Multi-State Election Integrity Network to Share Voter Data and Combat Illegal Voting
On December 15, 2025, Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose launched EleXa, a multi-state election integrity initiative to enhance voter registration accuracy. Eleven states are involved in sharing data to prevent duplicate registrations. LaRose emphasized the initiative’s importance for maintaining election security and public trust while protecting personal information.
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