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

   2. (2) the purpose of which is to:

      1. (A) injure a candidate in an election; or
      2. (B) influence the outcome of an election; or
   3. (3) that solicits a contribution.

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

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

      1. (A) The name of the candidate.
      2. (B) A video, photograph, or drawing of the candidate.
      3. (C) Fabricated media depicting the candidate.
   2. (2) The identity of the candidate is apparent by unambiguous reference.

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