Gambling - As enacted, clarifies that gambling, the operation or possession of gambling devices, and the operation, conducting, or commercial promoting of online sweepstakes games and other forms of online or app-based gambling are unlawful and a violation of the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act; expands the authority of the sports wagering council to investigate illegal gambling and gaming activity; expands the investigative authority of the attorney general to investigate unlawful activity within the purview of the attorney general. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 4, Chapter 49; Title 8, Chapter 6, Part 4; Title 40, Chapter 2 and Title 47.

SB 2136 classifies illegal online gambling operations - particularly those disguised as free social games using virtual currency - as violations of Tennessee's Consumer Protection Act. It specifically targets "online sweepstakes games" that mimic casino-style gambling (like slot machines or sports betting) by allowing players to buy virtual currency for real-world prizes, which the bill defines as unlawful. The bill expands the attorney general's authority to investigate these operations and grants the sports wagering council broader powers to combat illegal gambling. It also creates penalties under the Consumer Protection Act for operators who facilitate such activities, while exempting legally permitted gaming like the Tennessee Sports Gaming Act.