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TN HB2028

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/22/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jeremy Faison

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Origin

House of Representatives

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires business entities and online search engines to notify small businesses (50 or fewer employees) within 24 hours if they "blacklist" them by reducing visibility, removing websites from search results, or deleting 25% or more of their reviews

  • Notice must include an explanation of why the action was taken, instructions for how the business can remedy the situation, and contact information for a representative to discuss resolution

  • Small businesses may sue for actual damages, punitive damages, court costs, and attorney fees if a business entity fails to provide required notice

  • Courts may grant injunctive relief to stop ongoing violations of the notice requirements

  • Effective July 1, 2026, applying to conduct occurring on or after that date

Legislative Description

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 29; Title 47 and Title 65, relative to consumer protection.

Consumer Protection

Last Action

Re-ref. Commerce Committee

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Calendar and Rules3/11/2026
Commerce3/4/2026
Banking & Consumer Affairs Subcommittee2/25/2026
Commerce2/4/2026

Full Bill Text

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