SB2396Second Reading

Amends TCA Title 29 and Title 39.

Tennessee SB2396 introduces new criminal offenses of systematic unauthorized employment and aggravated systematic unauthorized employment, targeting individuals and entities that engage in repeated violations of employment laws regarding unauthorized workers. The bill also establishes a tort for unfair competition, which could impact businesses operating in the state. Key provisions include the definitions and penalties associated with the new criminal offenses, as well as the framework for pursuing claims of unfair competition.

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Overview

Tennessee SB2396 introduces new criminal offenses of systematic unauthorized employment and aggravated systematic unauthorized employment, targeting individuals and entities that engage in repeated violations of employment laws regarding unauthorized workers. The bill also establishes a tort for unfair competition, which could impact businesses operating in the state. Key provisions include the definitions and penalties associated with the new criminal offenses, as well as the framework for pursuing claims of unfair competition.

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Sponsor

Yarbro, Jeff

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

February 2, 2026

Last Action

February 5, 2026

Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee

Subjects
Criminal OffensesTort Liability and Reform

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