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TN HB 1946

TN HB 1946: Consumer Protection - As introduced, enacts the "Curbing Harmful AI Technology (CHAT) Act." - Amends TCA Title 29; Title 37 and Title 47. Verified

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AI Summary

The CHAT Act is introduced to potentially regulate AI technology for consumer protection, but specific details require the full bill text for confirmation.

Business Impact

If you develop or use AI technologies in Tennessee, you must comply with new consumer protection regulations or face penalties.

State
Tennessee
Bill Number
HB 1946
Status
Enacted
Risk Level
High
Category
Comprehensive
Last Action
May 27, 2026
Last Verified
May 29, 2026
Data Updated
May 29, 2026
What do these statuses mean?
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 — Status data not yet available or awaiting classification

Affected Industries

Technology Consumer Protection

What This Means

The Curbing Harmful AI Technology (CHAT) Act is introduced with the aim of enhancing consumer protection through AI regulation, though specific details await confirmation from the full text.

Key Provisions

Latest Legislative Action

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 1082

Bill Sponsors

Name Role
Primary

Compliance Checklist

Ensure AI technologies comply with consumer protection standards
Who: Businesses developing or using AI
Penalty: Potential fines or other penalties for non-compliance

Related & Companion Bills

Tennessee SB 1700 — Consumer Protection - As introduced, enacts the "Curbing Ha… Tennessee HB1946 — AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 29; Title 3… Tennessee SB1700 — AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 29; Title 3…

Full Legal Analysis

The Curbing Harmful AI Technology (CHAT) Act is introduced with a focus on consumer protection potentially through AI regulation. The full text is necessary to confirm specific oversight mechanisms, penalties, and the exact scope of amendments to TCA Title 29, Title 37, and Title 47.

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