HB2184

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 20, Chapter 18, relative to civil procedure.

Complete·5/5/26

HB2184 extends the time limit for filing civil actions from 15 to 90 calendar days.

HB2184 amends Tennessee's civil procedure laws by increasing the time limit for filing civil actions from 15 to 90 calendar days. This change affects individuals and entities initiating civil suits, providing them with a longer window to file their claims. The act takes effect immediately upon becoming law.

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Roll Call Votes

15 Yea

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3 Nay

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History

May 5

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 835

Apr 14

House

Comp. SB subst.

Apr 9

House

H. Placed on Regular Calendar for 4/13/2026