SB1858

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

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Extends the time limit for filing a civil action from 15 to 90 calendar days.

This bill amends Tennessee's civil procedure laws by extending the time limit for filing a civil action from 15 to 90 calendar days. The change applies to all civil actions governed by Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 20, Chapter 18. This act becomes effective immediately upon becoming law.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

76 Yea

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20 Nay

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Calendar

Mar 9

12:00 PM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

May 5

Pub. Ch. 835

May 5

Effective date(s) 07/01/2026

Apr 27

Senate

Signed by Governor.