A bill aimed at tackling revenge porn and AI-generated explicit content has passed the Senate unanimously, with Senator Ted Cruz now urging the House to act.
The legislation would require websites to promptly remove explicit content shared without consent.
It also introduces federal penalties for creating or publishing AI-generated sexually explicit material.
The Take It Down Act mandates that online platforms remove harmful content within 48 hours of being notified. It also establishes strict penalties, including fines and prison sentences of up to three years, and ensures restitution for survivors.
During a press event, victim advocates shared personal stories about the devastating impact of non-consensual explicit content and emphasized the importance of the legislation.
“Thanks to the Take It Down Act, we are able to give victims a voice,” said one survivor. “We are able to protect them, not only future generations but the survivors of this AI crime.”
The act has garnered widespread support, with nearly 90 organizations—including victim advocacy groups, law enforcement agencies, and tech industry leaders—voicing approval for the bill.
Proponents of the legislation highlight its potential to hold perpetrators accountable and provide meaningful protections to victims of digital exploitation.
The bill now awaits further action in the House.