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TN HB1285

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/6/2025

Primary Sponsor

Timothy Hill

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Origin

House of Representatives

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits the use of expedited eminent domain procedures over real property during declared emergencies in Tennessee

  • Explicitly excludes firearms, ammunition, and firearm or ammunition components from the definition of "private property" that can be commandeered during emergencies

  • Maintains the governor's authority to commandeer or utilize private property during emergencies, subject to compensation requirements

  • Takes effect immediately upon becoming law due to public welfare necessity

Legislative Description

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 29, Chapter 16; Title 29, Chapter 17; Title 54 and Title 58, Chapter 2, relative to the use of eminent domain during declared emergencies.

Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA)

Last Action

Sponsor(s) Added.

3/5/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/12/2025

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