HB2233

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 3, Part 19 and Title 47, Chapter 18, relative to consumer protection.

Introduced·2/2/26
Draft Text

Junk Fee Prevention Act prohibits deceptive pricing practices in Tennessee.

The Junk Fee Prevention Act amends Tennessee law to prohibit deceptive pricing practices, including undisclosed fees and misleading subtotals. Effective July 1, 2026, sellers must clearly display total prices, including mandatory fees, and avoid increasing prices post-selection. The commissioner of revenue must launch a public notice campaign by October 1, 2026, to inform consumers about these requirements, with implementation by January 1, 2027. Violations are subject to penalties under the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act.

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History

Feb 5

House

P2C, ref. to Commerce Committee

Feb 5

House

Assigned to s/c Banking & Consumer Affairs Subcommittee

Feb 4

House

Intro., P1C.