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TN SB2136

TN SB2136
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 4, Chapter 49; Title 8, Chapter 6, Part 4; Title 40, Chapter 2 and Title 47, relative to illegal activity.


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Introduced
01/23/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
03/02/2026
Passed
05/22/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/27/2026

Introduced Session

114th General Assembly

Bill Summary

As enacted, clarifies that gambling, the operation or possession of gambling devices, and the operation, conducting, or commercial promoting of online sweepstakes games and other forms of online or app-based gambling are unlawful and a violation of the "Tennessee Consumer Protection Act"; expands the authority of the sports wagering council to investigate illegal gambling and gaming activity; expands the investigative authority of the attorney general to investigate unlawful activity within the purview of the attorney general. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 4, Chapter 49; Title 8, Chapter 6, Part 4; Title 40, Chapter 2 and Title 47.

AI Summary

This bill designates illegal gambling and related activities, including online sweepstakes games, as violations of the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act, making them subject to its penalties and remedies. It expands the investigative authority of the Attorney General and Reporter to gather information and compel compliance from individuals or entities involved in unlawful gambling activities, with provisions for confidentiality of investigative records. Additionally, the bill enhances the powers of the Sports Wagering Council to investigate illegal gambling and gaming activity, allowing the Attorney General and Reporter to investigate violations of certain sports wagering laws in conjunction with the Consumer Protection Act, and clarifies that the council's authority extends to "other persons" beyond just licensees.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Effective date(s) 05/22/2026 (on 05/27/2026)

Bill Topics

Banking, Finance, and Domestic Commerce
  • ‐ Consumer Safety and Consumer Fraud
  • ‐ Sports and Gambling Regulation
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Gambling, Lottery, and Gaming

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