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HB 311 Tennessee House · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Disabled Persons - As introduced, enacts the "Autism Spectrum Online Protection Act." - Amends TCA Title 33; Title 37; Title 39 and Title 52.

HB 311, the "Autism Spectrum Online Protection Act," creates new protections for autistic young adults aged 18-25 who are under legal guardianship (conservatorship). It makes it a Class A misdemeanor to use online platforms to groom such individuals for sexual exploitation, sextortion, or trafficking. The bill also urges online platforms to implement policies preventing these harms and requires tools for conservators/families to monitor online activities. The law takes effect July 1, 2025.
Issues: ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeCreates Class A misdemeanor for online grooming of autistic adults, strengthening legal protections against exploitation and enhancing law enforcement tools for vulnerable populations.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill requires online platforms to implement safety policies preventing exploitation of autistic users, strengthening digital rights and consumer protection via platform regulation.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 27, 2025 Last action Feb 3, 2025
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Feb 3, 2025
Committee
P2C, ref. to Judiciary Committee
lower
Feb 3, 2025
Committee
Assigned to s/c Criminal Justice Subcommittee
lower
Jan 27, 2025
Introduced
Intro., P1C.
lower
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Tandy Darby
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