HB 131 Tennessee House · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Gaming - As introduced, clarifies that a provision of law voiding wagering contracts does not apply to a transaction to make a wager under the Tennessee Sports Gaming Act. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 29; Title 38; Title 39; Title 47; Title 49 and Title 67.

HB 131 clarifies that Tennessee's law voiding wagering contracts does not apply to sports betting transactions under the Tennessee Sports Gaming Act. This bill directly affects sports betting operators and customers by ensuring their contracts are legally enforceable, removing a potential barrier to the industry. The key provision amends multiple sections of Tennessee law (Titles 4, 29, 38, 39, 47, 49, and 67) to explicitly exclude sports gaming contracts from the voiding provision. The change is a technical clarification to align existing law with the state's sports gaming framework, not a new policy.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
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Governor
Introduced Jan 14, 2025 Last action Jan 28, 2025
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Jan 28, 2025
Committee
Assigned to s/c Departments & Agencies Subcommittee
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Jan 16, 2025
Committee
Ref. to State & Local Government Committee
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Jan 15, 2025
Lower · Passed
P2C held on desk, pending appointment of Standing Committees
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Jan 14, 2025
Introduced
Intro., P1C.
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