Sec. 1. (a) As used in this chapter, “campaign communication” means a communication, regardless of the format of the communication or the medium through which the communication is disseminated:

(1) that advocates for the election or defeat of a clearly identified candidate;

(2) the purpose of which is to:

(A) injure a candidate in an election; or

(B) influence the outcome of an election; or

(3) that solicits a contribution.

     (b) For purposes of subsection (a)(1), a candidate is clearly identified if any of the following apply:

(1) The communication includes one (1) or more of the following:

(A) The name of the candidate.

(B) A video, photograph, or drawing of the candidate.

(C) Fabricated media depicting the candidate.

(2) The identity of the candidate is apparent by unambiguous reference.

As added by P.L.81-2024, SEC.1.