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TN HB2453
TN HB2453AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 47, relative to consumer protection.
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Introduced
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
In Committee
02/18/2026
02/18/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, removes the requirement that an assurance of voluntary compliance with the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977 be in writing, and filed and subject to the approval of the circuit or chancery court of Davidson County; makes other changes related to consumer protection. - Amends TCA Title 47.
AI Summary
This bill makes several changes to Tennessee's consumer protection laws, primarily by removing the requirement that any voluntary agreement to comply with the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977 (TCPA) must be in writing and approved by a court in Davidson County. It also clarifies that selling devices that interfere with radar or laser speed detection is an illegal practice under the TCPA, and it adds a provision that violating a specific section of Tennessee law (47-50-121) is also considered a violation of the TCPA, subject to its penalties. Additionally, the bill clarifies that individuals can sue for damages on their own behalf, not just on behalf of others, and makes certain provisions related to data generated from recordings less restrictive. Some parts of the bill will take effect on July 1, 2026, while others will take effect immediately and apply to past and ongoing legal cases.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Rec. for pass by s/c ref. to Commerce Committee (on 02/18/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/Default?BillNumber=HB2453&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - SB1735 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB1735.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HB2453.pdf |
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