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TN SB0837
Bill
AI Summary
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Amends Tennessee Code to explicitly exclude artificial intelligence, computer algorithms, software programs, computer hardware, and machines from the legal definitions of "person," "life," and "natural person"
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Defines "human being" as an individual living member of homo sapiens, including unborn humans from fertilization through full gestation
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Defines "natural person" as an individual living member of homo sapiens, excluding AI and machines
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Retains existing law that "person" includes corporations, firms, companies, and associations
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Takes effect immediately upon becoming law
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 1, relative to certain conditions of personhood.
Statutes and Codification
Last Action
Placed on Senate Judiciary Committee calendar for 3/17/2026
3/16/2026