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HB2163 — TN, US
HB2163 is an AI governance legislation from TN, currently enacted. Tennessee's HB2163 expands the definition of "material" to include AI-generated images in sexual exploitation offenses [1]. AIGI tracks 1 primary-source update on this bill, sourced directly from the issuing authority.
Status & timeline
- Regulatory stage
- enacted
- Bill status
- enacted
- Authority / governing body
- Tennessee General Assembly
- Document type
- legislation
Next deadline: No fixed deadline — effective immediately
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Full obligation matrix
| Actor | Obligation | Deadline | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| other | Refrain from creating, adapting, or modifying computer-generated images using artificial intelligence for the purpose of sexual exploitation of children offenses. | Immediately upon enactment | — |
| other | Refrain from using or disseminating computer-generated images created by artificial intelligence for the purpose of sexual exploitation of children offenses. | Immediately upon enactment | — |
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Enforcement risk score
Enforcement actions have been filed against named organizations under this or analogous rules.
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Role-based compliance checklist
- general_counsel Review the updated definition of 'material' in Tennessee's sexual exploitation of children offenses to ensure understanding of AI-generated content inclusion. (Immediately upon enactment)
- board_director Be aware of legal liabilities associated with AI-generated illicit content under Tennessee law, particularly concerning child sexual exploitation. (Immediately upon enactment)
Intelligence briefs (1)
Tennessee Law Expands "Material" Definition to Include AI-Generated Content
Tennessee's HB2163 expands the definition of "material" to include AI-generated images in sexual exploitation offenses [1].
This development signals expanding legislative scope for AI-generated content in criminal statutes, particularly regarding definitional clarity.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — effective immediately
Primary source →Frequently asked questions
- What is HB2163?
- The Tennessee General Assembly enacted HB2163, broadening the definition of "material" within sexual exploitation of children offenses [1]. This legislative change specifically includes computer-generated images created, adapted, or modified by artificial intelligence, alongside a defined scope for "artificial intelligence" itself [1]. This expands the legal framework to encompass synthetic media. Primary source →
- Why does HB2163 matter?
- This development signals expanding legislative scope for AI-generated content in criminal statutes, particularly regarding definitional clarity. Primary source →
- Who does HB2163 affect?
- This legislation primarily affects individuals and organizations involved in the creation, adaptation, modification, or distribution of synthetic media. Specifically, the expanded definition of "material" impacts AI developers, content platforms, and any entities whose technologies could be used to generate or disseminate computer-generated images relevant to sexual exploitation of children offenses within Tennessee's jurisdiction. Primary source →
- What are the key dates for HB2163?
- No fixed deadline — effective immediately Primary source →
- What is the current status of HB2163?
- As of the last published update, HB2163 is at the "enacted" stage, with bill status "enacted". Primary source →
- Where can I find the primary source for HB2163?
- The primary source for the most recent update is at https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/BillInfo/Default?BillNumber=HB2163&ga=113. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →
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