Amends TCA Title 1.
Tennessee HB0849 amends the Tennessee Code Annotated to clarify the definitions of "person," "life," and "natural person," explicitly stating that these terms do not include artificial intelligence, computer algorithms, software programs, or any type of machine. The bill affects legal interpretations related to rights and responsibilities within the state, particularly in the context of human beings and living entities. Key provisions include defining "human being" as an individual member of the species Homo sapiens, encompassing unborn humans from fertilization to full gestation, and specifying that "life" refers to the condition that distinguishes living organisms from inorganic matter.
Tennessee HB0849 amends the Tennessee Code Annotated to clarify the definitions of "person," "life," and "natural person," explicitly stating that these terms do not include artificial intelligence, computer algorithms, software programs, or any type of machine. The bill affects legal interpretations related to rights and responsibilities within the state, particularly in the context of human beings and living entities. Key provisions include defining "human being" as an individual member of the species Homo sapiens, encompassing unborn humans from fertilization to full gestation, and specifying that "life" refers to the condition that distinguishes living organisms from inorganic matter.
Track Tennessee Legislation Like a Pro
Join hundreds of professionals using LegisGo to stay ahead of legislative changes.
Instant Alerts
Get notified when bills you track move through the legislature
AI Summaries
Understand complex legislation in seconds with AI-powered analysis
Full Access
All 132 legislators, committee schedules, and voting records