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TN HB 2214

TN HB 2214: Criminal Offenses - As introduced, prohibits a person or entity from distributing an electoral deepfake within 90 days of an election that the person… Verified

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Criminal Offenses - As introduced, prohibits a person or entity from distributing an electoral deepfake within 90 days of an election that the person or entity knows or should have known is a deceptive and fraudulent depiction of a candidate or political party; creates civil penalties and outlines…

AI Summary

HB 2214 prohibits distributing electoral deepfakes within 90 days of an election if known to be deceptive, with specified civil penalties and outlined exceptions.

Business Impact

If you distribute AI-generated electoral content, you must ensure it is not deceptive by 90 days before an election or face civil penalties.

State
Tennessee
Bill Number
HB 2214
Status
In Committee
Risk Level
Medium
Category
Narrow/Targeted
Last Action
Mar 10, 2026
Last Verified
May 22, 2026
Data Updated
May 22, 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

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What This Means

HB 2214 seeks to prevent the distribution of electoral deepfakes within 90 days of an election. It targets individuals and entities aware of the deceptive nature of such content. The bill includes civil penalties and exceptions.

Key Provisions

Latest Legislative Action

Taken off notice for cal in s/c Elections & Campaign Finance Subcommittee of State & Local Government Committee

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Compliance Checklist

Ensure no electoral deepfakes are distributed within the specified timeframe.
Who: Individuals and entities involved in political campaigning.
Deadline: Within 90 days of an election.
Penalty: Civil penalties for non-compliance.

Related & Companion Bills

Tennessee SB 2321 — Criminal Offenses - As introduced, prohibits a person or en…

Full Legal Analysis

HB 2214, as introduced, aims to prohibit the distribution of electoral deepfakes within 90 days preceding an election. This prohibition applies to any person or entity that knows or should have known the content is deceptive. The bill establishes specific civil penalties for violations and outlines exceptions to the prohibition.

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