SB 2680 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Consumer Protection - As introduced, prohibits electric utilities and high performance computing centers in this state from using transformers, parts, or equipment manufactured or sold by entities owned or controlled by foreign adversaries to support any part of their operations; requires such utilities and centers to report to the comptroller of the treasury; makes related changes. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 7; Title 8; Title 47, Chapter 18; Title 65 and Title 68.

SB 2680 prohibits Tennessee electric utilities and high-performance computing (HPC) facilities from using transformers, parts, or equipment manufactured by entities owned or controlled by "foreign adversaries" (nations listed in federal regulations). The bill requires these entities to annually report equipment sources to the comptroller of the treasury, conduct internal audits, and submit findings by March 1. Noncompliant entities face 30-day correction notices, public posting of violations, potential license suspension by local governments, and civil penalties of up to $25,000 per violation. The law applies broadly to all public electricity providers and large HPC facilities using over 50 MW monthly.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 2, 2026 Last action Mar 10, 2026
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Total actions
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Key actions
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Committee
5
Mar 10, 2026
Committee
Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Commerce and Labor Committee
lower
Mar 4, 2026
Lower · Passed
Placed on Senate Commerce and Labor Committee calendar for 3/10/2026
lower
Mar 3, 2026
Lower · Passed
Action deferred in Senate Commerce and Labor Committee to 3/10/2026
lower
Feb 24, 2026
Lower · Passed
Placed on Senate Commerce and Labor Committee calendar for 3/3/2026
lower
Feb 5, 2026
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Commerce and Labor Committee
upper
Feb 2, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Sara Kyle
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