Consumer Protection - As introduced, enacts the "Tennessee Consumer Protection and Subscription Renewal Act," which prohibits a business from requiring submission of credit or debit card information, or other payment information for an automatic renewal offer or continuous service offer containing a free gift or trial; makes other changes related to automatic renewal offers and continuous service offers. - Amends TCA Title 45; Title 47; Title 56 and Title 65.
SB 302, the "Tennessee Consumer Protection and Subscription Renewal Act," prohibits businesses from requiring credit or debit card information for free trial or gift offers tied to automatic renewals or continuous services. It mandates that businesses obtain clear, active consumer consent before charging for renewals, disclose post-trial pricing upfront, and provide easy cancellation options (including online termination). The law directly affects businesses selling subscriptions or ongoing services in Tennessee, requiring them to clearly explain renewal terms and pricing changes before billing. These changes aim to prevent surprise charges and ensure transparency for consumers who sign up for free trials.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 10, 2025
Last action Mar 18, 2025
Floor votes
How they voted
No floor votes recorded yet.
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Actions timeline
Total actions
6
Key actions
2
Committee
4
Mar 18, 2025
Committee
Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Commerce and Labor Committee
lower
Mar 13, 2025
Lower · Passed
Placed on Senate Commerce and Labor Committee calendar for 3/18/2025
lower
Mar 11, 2025
Lower · Passed
Placed on Senate Commerce and Labor Committee calendar for 3/18/2025
lower
Feb 12, 2025
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Commerce and Labor Committee
upper
Feb 10, 2025
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Bobby Harshbarger
RRepublican
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