SB2120

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 29 and Title 42, relative to the exercise of eminent domain by airport authorities.

Introduced·1/22/26
Draft Text

SB2120 amends Tennessee law to enhance compensation for property owners when their property is taken by airport authorities through eminent domain.

SB2120 amends Tennessee Code to enhance compensation for property owners whose property is taken by airport authorities through eminent domain. The bill allows property owners to petition for damages based on lost wages and profits, increased interest rates, relocation costs, and attorney's fees. It mandates that airport authorities pay for appraisals and relocation costs. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.

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Judiciary Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Feb 5

Senate

Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee

Feb 2

Senate

Introduced, Passed on First Consideration

Jan 22

Senate

Filed for introduction