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TN SB1769
Bill
Status
1/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
London Lamar
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AI Summary
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Prohibits public utilities from increasing rates for electric, water, wastewater, or natural gas services to customers aged 65 or older, effective January 1, 2027
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Requires the Tennessee Public Utilities Commission to establish an age verification and notification process for senior citizens to qualify for the rate cap
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Mandates utilities provide written notice to all customers about the senior rate cap availability within 90 days of the commission's final rule, via bill insert, mailing, or electronic means
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Authorizes the commission to impose sanctions on non-compliant utilities, with collected civil penalty fees funding enforcement efforts
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Takes effect immediately upon becoming law
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 7; Title 47, Chapter 18; Title 64; Title 65; Title 67 and Title 68, relative to utilities.
Utilities, Utility Districts
Last Action
Placed on Senate State and Local Government Committee calendar for 3/17/2026
3/11/2026