House approves AI study focused on risks to children after tense floor exchanges

Apr 23, 2026

Lawmakers approved a study/task force on artificial intelligence and child safety after members debated scope, duplication of prior studies, and claims about federal involvement and industry lobbying.

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The Tennessee House adopted a task‑force/study amendment and passed legislation directing a study of artificial‑intelligence risks to children, a scaled‑back outcome after members wrestled with competing bills and procedural obstacles in the Senate.

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