SB2262

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 29; Title 47 and Title 65, relative to consumer protection.

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SB2262 amends Tennessee consumer protection laws to address the blacklisting of small businesses by online search engines.

SB2262 amends Tennessee consumer protection laws to address the blacklisting of small businesses by online search engines. If a business entity blacklists a small business, it must provide notice within 24 hours, including an explanation of the action, information on how to remedy it, and contact information for resolution. A small business can bring a cause of action in court if the business entity fails to comply, seeking actual damages, punitive damages, and reasonable court costs and attorney fees. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.

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Roll Call Votes

28 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 3

12:00 AM

Senate Revenue Subcommittee Of Finance, Ways & Means Hearing

History

May 4

Pub. Ch. 858

May 4

Effective date(s) 07/01/2026

Apr 27

Senate

Signed by Governor.