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TN HB1940
Bill
Status
1/22/2026
Primary Sponsor
Gloria Johnson
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AI Summary
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Unlawful detainer (eviction) records filed on or after July 1, 2026 become confidential and shielded from public disclosure if the case was dismissed by the court or a party and no appeal is pending
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Records are automatically shielded after 3 years from the filing date, or immediately if all parties file a written stipulation agreeing to shield the records
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Shielded records are exempt from Tennessee's public records inspection requirements under Title 10, Chapter 7, Part 5
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Courts, court staff, and parties to the action retain full access to shielded records at any time
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Takes effect immediately upon becoming law
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 10, Chapter 7, Part 5; Title 29, Chapter 18 and Title 66, relative to unlawful detainer actions.
Landlord and Tenant
Last Action
Placed on s/c cal Business & Utilities Subcommittee for 3/18/2026
3/11/2026