Elder Abuse - As introduced, requires the court to set a date for a deposition to preserve testimony in a case in which an alleged offense against an elderly or vulnerable adult has been committed within 45 days, rather than 60 days, of the filing of the original motion to preserve testimony. - Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 71.

HB 2299 shortens the deadline for courts to schedule depositions preserving testimony in elder abuse cases from 60 to 45 days after a motion is filed. This applies directly to courts handling cases involving alleged offenses against elderly or vulnerable adults. The key change reduces the timeframe for setting deposition dates to help preserve witness testimony more promptly. The bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated Sections 39-15-504 and 71, effective July 1, 2026.