Bill > HB2453

This bill makes several changes to Tennessee consumer protection laws, primarily by removing the requirement that written assurances of voluntary compliance with the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977 be filed with and approved by a Davidson County court, and instead allowing these assurances to be handled without court approval. It also clarifies that selling devices that interfere with speed detection equipment used by law enforcement is an unfair or deceptive practice, and explicitly prohibits the sale of goods or services that are illegal to sell in the state. Additionally, the bill modifies rules regarding discovery in actions brought by the attorney general and reporter, and adjusts language related to claims concerning published content and the ability of individuals to sue for damages. Finally, it makes certain provisions effective on July 1, 2026, while others take effect immediately and apply retroactively to existing and pending legal actions.