Eminent Domain - As introduced, adds to the definition of "public use" for eminent domain a sidewalk, public greenway, bicycle lane, pedestrian way, or proper slope development associated with a road, highway, bridge, or other structure, facility, or project used for public transportation. - Amends TCA Section 29-17-102.

HB 2161 amends Tennessee's eminent domain law to explicitly include sidewalks, public greenways, bicycle lanes, pedestrian ways, and slope development associated with public transportation infrastructure (like roads, highways, and bridges) as qualifying under "public use." This change directly affects property owners whose land could be taken for these specific infrastructure features and government entities seeking to acquire land for such projects. The bill updates Tennessee Code Annotated Section 29-17-102 to add these items to the legal definition of "public use" for eminent domain. The amendment clarifies that these elements are now explicitly considered part of public transportation projects, making it easier for authorities to use eminent domain for these purposes.