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SB2386 — TN, US
SB2386 is an AI governance legislation from TN, currently introduced. The bill introduces a requirement for disclaimers on political communications created using artificial intelligence [1]. AIGI tracks 1 primary-source update on this bill; the most recent was published on 2024-01-30.
Status & timeline
- Regulatory stage
- introduced
- Bill status
- introduced
- Authority / governing body
- Tennessee General Assembly
- Document type
- legislation
Next deadline: No fixed deadline — effective upon enactment into law
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Full obligation matrix
| Actor | Obligation | Deadline | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| deployer | Ensure political communications generated in whole or in part by synthetic media using artificial intelligence algorithms contain a clear disclaimer. | — | — |
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Enforcement risk score
Announced regulation; enforcement footprint still forming.
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Role-based compliance checklist
- general_counsel Monitor legislative progress of SB2386 and analyze its potential impact on campaign communication strategies.
- product_manager Assess current and future use of AI in generating political content and plan for disclaimer integration if the bill becomes law.
- compliance_officer Develop internal guidelines and training for staff regarding the identification and disclosure of AI-generated content in political communications.
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Vendor impact assessment
- Vendor risk class
- high
- Procurement categories
- other
Vendors providing AI tools for political content creation must ensure their products facilitate compliance with disclaimer requirements for synthetic media, particularly for election-related communications. This may involve features for automated disclaimer application or clear identification of AI-generated elements.
Sample vendor questions
- Does your AI content generation tool support the inclusion of disclaimers for synthetic media?
- What features does your tool offer to help identify AI-generated components in content?
- How do you ensure the provenance and generation method of synthetic media created using your tools?
- Can your tool integrate with our compliance processes for political advertising and disclosure requirements?
Intelligence briefs (1)
Tennessee SB2386: AI-Generated Political Content Requires Disclosure
The bill introduces a requirement for disclaimers on political communications created using artificial intelligence [1].
This development signals expanding legislative focus on AI transparency and authenticity within political discourse, specifically concerning election laws.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — effective upon enactment into law
Primary source →Frequently asked questions
- What is SB2386?
- Tennessee Senate Bill 2386, as introduced, mandates that political communications include a disclaimer if they were generated, either wholly or partially, by synthetic media utilizing artificial intelligence algorithms [1]. This legislative proposal aims to increase transparency regarding the use of AI in political messaging, particularly in election contexts. The bill is currently under review by the 113th General Assembly. Primary source →
- Why does SB2386 matter?
- This development signals expanding legislative focus on AI transparency and authenticity within political discourse, specifically concerning election laws. Primary source →
- Who does SB2386 affect?
- Organizations involved in political campaigning, advocacy, or communications in Tennessee that utilize AI for content generation are within scope. This includes political parties, campaigns, political action committees (PACs), and individual candidates. The requirement specifically targets content moderation related to political messaging leveraging synthetic media created via AI algorithms. Primary source →
- What are the key dates for SB2386?
- No fixed deadline — effective upon enactment into law Primary source →
- What is the current status of SB2386?
- As of the last published update, SB2386 is at the "introduced" stage, with bill status "introduced". Primary source →
- Where can I find the primary source for SB2386?
- The primary source for the most recent update is at https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/BillInfo/Default?BillNumber=SB2386&ga=113. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →
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