Coverage dated July 2, 2026 to July 3, 2026

New Illinois law targets AI, deepfake cyberbullying in schools

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URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) – A new law is keeping up with new technology. Illinois House Bill 3851 expands cyberbullying protections to include artificial intelligence and deepfake imagery. These are videos or photos that are manipulated, often to hurt someone.

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Eyewitness News (WEHT/WTVW)
New Illinois law targets AI, deepfake cyberbullying in schools (opens Eyewitness News (WEHT/WTVW))
Published Jul 2, 2026
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URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) – A new law is keeping up with new technology. Illinois House Bill 3851 expands cyberbullying protections to include artificial intelligence and deepfake imagery. These are videos or photos that are manipulated, often to hurt someone.
Capitol News Illinois
Illinois schools grapple with AI cyberbullying, deepfakes as new law takes effect (opens Capitol News Illinois)
Published Jul 3, 2026
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The Illinois State Board of Education is developing new statewide guidance on AI cyberbullying in schools.

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