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TN HB2028
Bill
Status
1/22/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jeremy Faison
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AI Summary
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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
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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
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Small businesses may sue for actual damages, punitive damages, court costs, and attorney fees if a business entity fails to provide required notice
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Courts may grant injunctive relief to stop ongoing violations of the notice requirements
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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