SB 292 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Real Property - As enacted, creates a legal process through which a person may request the immediate removal of an unlawful occupant of the person's commercial real property by filing a complaint with the sheriff for the county in which the property is located. - Amends TCA Title 29 and Title 66.

SB 292 creates a streamlined process for commercial property owners to request immediate removal of unlawful occupants by filing a verified complaint with their county sheriff. The property owner or their authorized agent must meet specific conditions, including verifying the occupant isn't a tenant, family member, or public-access property, and that no litigation exists. Upon receiving the complaint, the sheriff must verify the owner's claim, serve an immediate vacate notice to the occupant, and restore possession. This law directly affects commercial property owners and unlawful occupants, aiming to quickly resolve unlawful occupation while limiting potential misuse through strict verification requirements.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 27, 2025 Last action Apr 4, 2025
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Mar 11, 2025
Lower · Passed
Recommended for passage, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
lower
Mar 5, 2025
Lower · Passed
Placed on Senate Judiciary Committee calendar for 3/11/2025
lower
Feb 10, 2025
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee
upper
Jan 27, 2025
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Paul Bailey
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