Consumer Protection - As introduced, prohibits sending by mail a fake check or an image of a fake check, for the purpose of advertising. - Amends TCA Title 45 and Title 47.

HB 1379 prohibits sending fake checks or images of fake checks by mail for advertising purposes in Tennessee. It directly affects businesses or individuals using such checks in mail advertisements, including those labeling them as "not real" or "voided." The bill amends consumer protection laws to make this practice a violation of the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act, with enforcement by the Department of Financial Institutions. Violations could trigger penalties under existing consumer fraud laws, without requiring additional rulemaking for the core prohibition.