Is AI Regulated in Tennessee? Here's What You Need to Know

Partially — Tennessee has moderate AI regulation

Tennessee has a regulation score of 5/10 (moderate). The state has introduced 15 AI-related bills, enacted 4 into law, and currently has 9 pending bills.

5/10
Regulation Score
15
Total AI Bills
4
Enacted Laws
9
Pending Bills

Current AI Laws in Tennessee

  • 1.TN SB 2096 - ELVIS Act (AI Voice & Likeness Protection)
  • 2.TN HB 1631 - AI in Government Services Transparency
  • 3.TN SB 2465 - AI Disclosure in Political Advertising

Pending AI Legislation

Tennessee currently has 9 pending AI-related bills under consideration. This indicates significant legislative interest in AI policy.

Companies Lobbying on AI in Tennessee

Oracle (Nashville HQ)AllianceBernsteinLyft (Nashville hub)Remitly

Total tracked AI lobbying activity in Tennessee: $5.5M

How Tennessee Compares

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is AI regulated in Tennessee?
Partially. Tennessee has a regulation score of 5/10 with 4 enacted AI laws and 9 pending bills. The state takes a moderate approach to AI regulation.
How many AI bills has Tennessee passed?
Tennessee has enacted 4 AI-related laws out of 15 total AI bills introduced. There are currently 9 pending bills under consideration.
Which companies lobby on AI policy in Tennessee?
Companies actively engaged in AI lobbying in Tennessee include Oracle (Nashville HQ), AllianceBernstein, Lyft (Nashville hub), Remitly. Total tracked lobbying activity in the state is approximately $5.5 million.
How does Tennessee compare to other states on AI regulation?
Tennessee has a regulation score of 5/10, placing it in the moderate category. For comparison, Delaware scores 5/10 and Florida scores 5/10.
What AI laws are currently in effect in Tennessee?
Key AI laws in effect in Tennessee include: TN SB 2096 - ELVIS Act (AI Voice & Likeness Protection); TN HB 1631 - AI in Government Services Transparency; TN SB 2465 - AI Disclosure in Political Advertising. These laws form the core of the state's AI regulatory framework.