Amends TCA Title 45 and Title 47.
Tennessee HB1379 prohibits the mailing of fake checks or images of fake checks for advertising purposes, regardless of any disclaimers indicating that they are not real. The bill applies to actions occurring on or after July 1, 2025, and mandates enforcement by the Department of Financial Institutions, which will also create necessary rules. Violations of this bill will be treated as violations of the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977, allowing for various legal remedies and penalties.
Tennessee HB1379 prohibits the mailing of fake checks or images of fake checks for advertising purposes, regardless of any disclaimers indicating that they are not real. The bill applies to actions occurring on or after July 1, 2025, and mandates enforcement by the Department of Financial Institutions, which will also create necessary rules. Violations of this bill will be treated as violations of the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977, allowing for various legal remedies and penalties.
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Harris, Torrey
114th General Assembly
February 6, 2025
March 26, 2025
Def. to Special Calendar to be Published with Final Calendar in Banking & Consumer Affairs Subcommittee