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HB0849 — TN, US
HB0849 is an AI governance legislation from TN, currently enacted. Tennessee HB0849 clarifies that the term "person" in state statutes explicitly excludes AI, algorithms, and machines [1]. AIGI tracks 1 primary-source update on this bill; the most recent was published on 2025-02-04.
Status & timeline
- Regulatory stage
- enacted
- Bill status
- enacted
- Authority / governing body
- Tennessee General Assembly
- Document type
- legislation
Next deadline: No fixed deadline — effective immediately upon enactment
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Full obligation matrix
| Actor | Obligation | Deadline | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| other | Interpret 'person' in Tennessee Code Annotated to explicitly exclude artificial intelligence, computer algorithms, software programs, computer hardware, and any type of machine. | immediate | — |
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Enforcement risk score
Announced regulation; enforcement footprint still forming.
Subscriber only
Role-based compliance checklist
- general_counsel Review Tennessee Code Annotated to ensure all interpretations of 'person' align with the explicit exclusion of AI, computer algorithms, software, hardware, and machines. (immediate)
- compliance_officer Educate relevant internal stakeholders on the updated definition of 'person' in Tennessee statutes regarding AI. (immediate)
Intelligence briefs (1)
Tennessee Law Excludes AI and Algorithms from 'Person' Definition
Tennessee HB0849 clarifies that the term "person" in state statutes explicitly excludes AI, algorithms, and machines [1].
This development bears on the legal standing and accountability of AI systems within Tennessee's jurisdictional scope.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — effective immediately upon enactment
Primary source →Frequently asked questions
- What is HB0849?
- The Tennessee General Assembly recently enacted HB0849, clarifying the definition of "person" within the Tennessee Code Annotated [1]. This legislative action specifies that a "person" does not encompass artificial intelligence, computer algorithms, software programs, computer hardware, or any type of machine [1]. The bill, effective upon enactment, impacts statutory interpretations across various legal contexts in Tennessee. Primary source →
- Why does HB0849 matter?
- This development bears on the legal standing and accountability of AI systems within Tennessee's jurisdictional scope. Primary source →
- Who does HB0849 affect?
- Organizations operating or contracting within Tennessee that utilize artificial intelligence, computer algorithms, software programs, computer hardware, or other machines in contexts where "person" definitions are legally relevant are within scope. This clarification affects legal interpretations involving corporate personhood, liability, rights, and responsibilities that might otherwise be ambiguously applied to AI systems. Companies engaging in automated decision-making or AI-driven services in Tennessee may need to review their legal and compliance frameworks. Primary source →
- What are the key dates for HB0849?
- No fixed deadline — effective immediately upon enactment Primary source →
- What is the current status of HB0849?
- As of the last published update, HB0849 is at the "enacted" stage, with bill status "enacted". Primary source →
- Where can I find the primary source for HB0849?
- The primary source for the most recent update is at https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/BillInfo/Default?BillNumber=HB0849&ga=114. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →
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