Make AI-generated child pornography a federal offense
The Issue
As a grandparent, nothing is more precious than the safety and well-being of my grandchildren. With the rapid advancement of technology, the threat of artificial intelligence (AI) being used for harmful purposes is more real than ever. Among the most heinous of these potential abuses is the creation of AI-generated child pornography. This vile content not only perpetuates the objectification and exploitation of children but does so without their knowledge or consent, making it a terrifying aspect of the digital world we live in.
The emergence of AI technology has brought significant advantages to society, but it has also opened doors to unforeseen dangers. AI-generated child sexual abuse material (CSAM) involves the digital creation of explicit content depicting minors who may not even exist, making it easier for predators to evade legal consequences due to the current gaps in legislation. According to a study published by the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, there has been a disturbing increase in reports of such AI-manipulated imagery.
Currently, our federal laws do not specifically address AI-generated content, creating loopholes that embolden offenders and leave children vulnerable. This is an urgent matter that requires immediate legislative attention. By classifying AI-generated child pornography as a federal offense, we send a powerful message: our society will not tolerate the exploitation of children in any form, tangible or digital.
We call upon legislators and lawmakers to take swift and decisive action to amend our laws. We urge Congress to introduce a bill that explicitly criminalizes the production, distribution, and possession of AI-generated child sexual abuse material, ensuring that those who create or consume such content face severe legal consequences.
My grandchildren deserve a world where technology is used to protect their innocence, not jeopardize it. We must act now to safeguard today's children and future generations from the sinister possibilities that modern technology can introduce.
Join us in calling for change by signing this petition today. Protect the innocent, protect our children, and make AI-generated child pornography a federal crime.
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The Issue
As a grandparent, nothing is more precious than the safety and well-being of my grandchildren. With the rapid advancement of technology, the threat of artificial intelligence (AI) being used for harmful purposes is more real than ever. Among the most heinous of these potential abuses is the creation of AI-generated child pornography. This vile content not only perpetuates the objectification and exploitation of children but does so without their knowledge or consent, making it a terrifying aspect of the digital world we live in.
The emergence of AI technology has brought significant advantages to society, but it has also opened doors to unforeseen dangers. AI-generated child sexual abuse material (CSAM) involves the digital creation of explicit content depicting minors who may not even exist, making it easier for predators to evade legal consequences due to the current gaps in legislation. According to a study published by the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, there has been a disturbing increase in reports of such AI-manipulated imagery.
Currently, our federal laws do not specifically address AI-generated content, creating loopholes that embolden offenders and leave children vulnerable. This is an urgent matter that requires immediate legislative attention. By classifying AI-generated child pornography as a federal offense, we send a powerful message: our society will not tolerate the exploitation of children in any form, tangible or digital.
We call upon legislators and lawmakers to take swift and decisive action to amend our laws. We urge Congress to introduce a bill that explicitly criminalizes the production, distribution, and possession of AI-generated child sexual abuse material, ensuring that those who create or consume such content face severe legal consequences.
My grandchildren deserve a world where technology is used to protect their innocence, not jeopardize it. We must act now to safeguard today's children and future generations from the sinister possibilities that modern technology can introduce.
Join us in calling for change by signing this petition today. Protect the innocent, protect our children, and make AI-generated child pornography a federal crime.
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Petition created on September 4, 2026