HB1299Enacted

Amends TCA Title 28 and Title 39, Chapter 17.

Tennessee HB1299, known as the "Preventing Deepfake Images Act," establishes civil and criminal penalties for the non-consensual disclosure of intimate digital depictions, particularly those manipulated by artificial intelligence. The bill allows individuals, including legal guardians of minors or incapacitated persons, to file civil actions for damages and seek equitable relief, while imposing criminal penalties for intentional disclosure intended to harm the depicted individual. Key provisions include defining consent for disclosure, outlining damages, and providing liability protections for interactive computer service providers.

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Overview

Tennessee HB1299, known as the "Preventing Deepfake Images Act," establishes civil and criminal penalties for the non-consensual disclosure of intimate digital depictions, particularly those manipulated by artificial intelligence. The bill allows individuals, including legal guardians of minors or incapacitated persons, to file civil actions for damages and seek equitable relief, while imposing criminal penalties for intentional disclosure intended to harm the depicted individual. Key provisions include defining consent for disclosure, outlining damages, and providing liability protections for interactive computer service providers.

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Sponsor

Lamberth, William

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

February 6, 2025

Last Action

May 15, 2025

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 466

Subjects
Criminal OffensesSexual Offenses

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HB1299: Amends TCA Title 28 and Title 39, Chapter 17. | LegisGo