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TN SB1993

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/16/2026

Primary Sponsor

London Lamar

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Origin

Senate

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits private process servers and their affiliates from publishing, transmitting, or broadcasting real-time or near real-time video of eviction service without the individual's express written permission

  • Exempts law enforcement officers serving civil process in their official duties from the recording prohibition

  • Creates a private right of action for individuals whose eviction service is recorded and broadcast without permission

  • Allows courts to award minimum statutory damages of $25,000 per intentional violation, plus actual damages, punitive damages, equitable relief, and attorney fees

  • Takes effect immediately upon becoming law

Legislative Description

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 13; Title 29 and Title 66, relative to evictions.

Landlord and Tenant

Last Action

Passed H., Ayes 91, Nays 0, PNV 3

3/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Calendar3/10/2026
State and Local Government2/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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