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AI Summary
The bill creates civil and criminal actions for unauthorized disclosure of intimate digital depictions without consent.
Business Impact
If you use AI to create or distribute digital likenesses in Tennessee, you must ensure consent is obtained or face legal penalties.
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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
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What This Means
Tennessee's SB1346 establishes legal protections against the unauthorized disclosure of intimate digital depictions. This law allows individuals to take civil and criminal action if their likeness is used without consent.
Key Provisions
- Establishes civil action for unauthorized disclosure of intimate digital depictions.
- Creates criminal penalties for intentional misuse of digital likenesses.
Latest Legislative Action
Effective date(s) 07/01/2025
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 8)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Bailey | Primary |
| Doss | Primary |
| Gardenhire | Primary |
| Helton | Primary |
| Massey | Primary |
Roll Call Votes
Floor Vote: VOTE: REGULAR CALENDAR PASSAGE ON THIRD CONSIDERATION 4/21/2025 Passed (1) ·
Apr 21, 2025
94 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
Floor Vote: VOTE: as Amended Third Consideration 4/15/2025 Passed (1) ·
Apr 15, 2025
32 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
SENATE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE: Recommended for passage with amendment/s, refer to Senate Calendar Committee Ayes 8, Nays 0 PNV 0 4/2/2025 Passed (2) ·
Apr 2, 2025
8 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Obtain consent before using any individual's likeness in digital content.
Who: Content creators and distributors using AI technologies.
Penalty: Legal action for unauthorized use.
Who: Content creators and distributors using AI technologies.
Penalty: Legal action for unauthorized use.
Implement policies to ensure compliance with consent requirements.
Who: Businesses involved in digital content creation.
Penalty: Potential civil and criminal liabilities.
Who: Businesses involved in digital content creation.
Penalty: Potential civil and criminal liabilities.
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
SB1346 amends the Tennessee Code to create both civil and criminal liabilities for individuals who disclose intimate digital depictions without consent. The bill aims to protect individuals from exploitation and misuse of their images, particularly in sensitive contexts. The bill reflects a growing trend in state legislation to regulate the use of digital technologies and privacy concerns.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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