SB2041

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 28 and Title 39, Chapter 17, relative to unlawful exposure.

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Tennessee SB2041 amends laws to address unlawful distribution of intimate images, providing legal recourse for victims.

Tennessee SB2041 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 28 and Title 39, Chapter 17, to strengthen protections against the unlawful distribution of intimate images. It defines "intimate image" as a photograph, video recording, or social media broadcast of an identifiable person's intimate parts or sexually explicit conduct. The bill allows individuals to bring civil actions against those who distribute such images without consent, seeking damages, injunctive relief, and punitive damages.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

32 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Feb 24

3:00 PM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 28

Pub. Ch. 712

Apr 28

Effective date(s) 07/01/2026

Apr 14

Senate

Signed by Governor.