In EffectTennessee· Effective: July 1, 2026
HB 1414

Tennessee ELVIS Act (AI voice & likeness)

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The Ensuring Likeness, Voice, and Image Security (ELVIS) Act requires consent before creating AI-generated voice or likeness replicas — the strongest US protections for performing artists’ voices.

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Maximum penalty: Civil damages
Non-compliance can carry significant liability — verify against the official text below.
Bill / statute
HB 1414
Jurisdiction
Tennessee
Status
In Effect
Effective / deadline
July 1, 2026
Maximum penalty
Civil damages

Who it affects

Anyone creating or distributing AI-generated replicas of a person’s voice or likeness connected to Tennessee.

Official source & full context

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Read the official text — capitol.tn.gov
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Primary sources · HB 1414 — Tennessee ELVIS Act (AI voice & likeness)