TN HB0849

Amends the definition of "person" in Tennessee Code to explicitly exclude artificial intelligence, computer algorithms, software programs, computer hardware, and machines

Defines "human being" as an individual living member of homo sapiens, including unborn human beings from fertilization through full gestation

Creates a new definition of "life" that excludes AI, algorithms, software, hardware, and machines from legal recognition as living entities

Establishes "natural person" as a legal term meaning an individual living member of homo sapiens, explicitly excluding AI and machine-based entities

Takes effect immediately upon becoming law