SB 2123 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Statutes of Limitations and Repose - As introduced, specifies that certain statutes of limitation in civil matters apply to the state and the state's political subdivisions. - Amends TCA Title 9; Title 28 and Title 29.

SB 2123 requires the state of Tennessee and its local governments (like counties and cities) to follow the same time limits for filing civil lawsuits as private individuals and businesses. It amends Tennessee law to explicitly state that statutes of limitation in civil matters apply to the state and its political subdivisions unless a specific law provides an exception. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2026, applying to lawsuits arising from events occurring on or after that date. This change ensures state and local governments face the same deadlines for civil claims as private parties, without altering existing time limits.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 2, 2026 Last action Feb 5, 2026
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Feb 5, 2026
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Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee
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Feb 2, 2026
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Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
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Janice Bowling
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