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AI Summary
The bill establishes civil and criminal actions for unauthorized disclosure of intimate digital depictions without consent.
Business Impact
If you use AI to create digital likenesses in Tennessee, you must ensure consent is obtained or face legal actions.
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Introduced
— Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee
— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted
— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed
— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown
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What This Means
Tennessee's HB1299 introduces significant legal protections against the unauthorized use of intimate digital depictions. It creates avenues for civil and criminal actions for individuals whose likenesses are used without consent.
Key Provisions
- Creates civil action for unauthorized disclosure of intimate digital depictions.
- Establishes criminal penalties for intentional disclosure without consent.
- Amends existing laws in TCA Title 28 and Title 39, Chapter 17.
- Protects individuals from misuse of their likenesses in digital formats.
- Requires consent for the use of intimate digital depictions.
Latest Legislative Action
Comp. became Pub. Ch. 466
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 8)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Farmer | Primary |
| Gardenhire | Primary |
| Hill T | Primary |
| Jernigan | Primary |
| Lamberth | Primary |
Roll Call Votes (showing 3 of 4)
HOUSE FINANCE, WAYS, AND MEANS COMMITTEE: Rec. for pass; ref to Calendar & Rules Committee 4/17/2025 Passed (2) ·
Apr 17, 2025
27 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
HOUSE FINANCE, WAYS, AND MEANS SUBCOMMITTEE: Rec. for pass by s/c ref. to Finance, Ways, and Means Committee 4/17/2025 Passed (3) ·
Apr 17, 2025
11 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
HOUSE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE: Rec. for pass. if am., ref. to Finance, Ways, and Means Committee 4/8/2025 Passed (4) ·
Apr 8, 2025
20 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Obtain consent for the use of intimate digital depictions.
Who: Businesses using AI for content creation.
Penalty: Legal action for unauthorized use.
Who: Businesses using AI for content creation.
Penalty: Legal action for unauthorized use.
Implement policies to ensure compliance with consent requirements.
Who: Content creators and digital media companies.
Penalty: Potential civil and criminal liabilities.
Who: Content creators and digital media companies.
Penalty: Potential civil and criminal liabilities.
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Full Legal Analysis
HB1299 amends Tennessee Code Annotated to create both civil and criminal liabilities for the unauthorized use of actual likenesses in intimate digital depictions. The bill specifically targets instances where such depictions are disclosed without the individual's consent, establishing a framework for victims to seek redress. The bill reflects a growing trend in state legislation aimed at regulating privacy and consent in digital contexts. Businesses should prepare for compliance as the legal landscape evolves.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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