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AI Summary
This bill mandates disclaimers for political ads with deepfake elements impersonating or depicting a candidate, making violations a Class C misdemeanor.
Business Impact
If you create political ads using deepfake technology, you must include disclaimers by July 1, 2024, or face a Class C misdemeanor.
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— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
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— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
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— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
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What This Means
The Transparency for Deepfakes in Political Advertising Act requires political advertisements with deepfake elements that impersonate or depict a candidate to include clear disclaimers. This legislati
Key Provisions
- Political ads must include a disclaimer if they contain deepfake elements impersonating or depicting a candidate.
- Violations of the disclaimer requirement are a Class C misdemeanor.
- Candidates can seek damages and equitable relief for violations.
Latest Legislative Action
Effective date(s) 07/01/2026
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 6)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Bell | Primary |
| Cochran | Primary |
| Harris | Primary |
| Hulsey | Primary |
| McCalmon | Primary |
Roll Call Votes (showing 3 of 4)
Floor Vote: VOTE: Third Consideration 3/12/2026 Passed (1) ·
Mar 12, 2026
33 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
Floor Vote: VOTE: REGULAR CALENDAR AS AMENDED PASSAGE ON THIRD CONSIDERATION 3/9/2026 Passed (1) ·
Mar 9, 2026
91 Yea
0 Nay
1 Other
Passed ✓
HOUSE STATE & LOCAL GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE: Rec. for pass. if am., ref. to Calendar & Rules Committee 3/4/2026 Passed (3) ·
Mar 4, 2026
22 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Include a disclaimer in political advertisements featuring deepfake elements.
Who: Political advertisers and candidates.
Deadline: Immediately upon enactment.
Penalty: Class C misdemeanor for non-compliance.
Who: Political advertisers and candidates.
Deadline: Immediately upon enactment.
Penalty: Class C misdemeanor for non-compliance.
Ensure all political ads are reviewed for compliance with deepfake regulations.
Who: Political campaign teams and advertising agencies.
Deadline: Ongoing during the election cycle.
Penalty: Potential legal action from affected candidates.
Who: Political campaign teams and advertising agencies.
Deadline: Ongoing during the election cycle.
Penalty: Potential legal action from affected candidates.
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
The Transparency for Deepfakes in Political Advertising Act amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 2, Chapter 19, to require political advertisements with deepfake elements that impersonate or depict
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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