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TN HB2020
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/22/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mark Cochran
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AI Summary
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Exempts churches, temples, synagogues, other religious institutions, and civic, fraternal, or veteran's organizations from the definition of "food service establishment" when food is prepared, served, transported, or stored by volunteers
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Clarifies that storage of unopened commercially canned food, non-hazardous packaged bulk food, and dry goods does not qualify for the exemption
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Amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 68-14-703(11)(D)
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Takes effect immediately upon becoming law
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 68, Chapter 14, relative to food safety.
Health, Dept. of
Last Action
Passed H., as am., Ayes 85, Nays 7, PNV 1
3/16/2026
Committee Referrals
Calendar and Rules3/10/2026
Health2/18/2026
Health Subcommittee2/11/2026
Health2/4/2026
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