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SB 2199

Administrative Procedure (UAPA) - As introduced, enacts the "Regulatory Freedom Act of 2026." - Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 5.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Amends Tennessee administrative procedures to reform regulatory development processes, potentially reducing agency requirements for implementing rules.

Companion House Bill substituted
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Bill Summary · SB 2199

Legislative bill overview

SB 2199, titled the "Regulatory Freedom Act of 2026," amends Tennessee's Uniform Administrative Procedures Act (UAPA) under Title 4, Chapter 5. The bill appears designed to modify how state agencies develop and implement regulations, though specific amendments are not detailed in the provided information.

Why is this important

Administrative procedure laws establish the formal rules agencies must follow when creating regulations that affect businesses, individuals, and organizations. Changes to UAPA can significantly impact how quickly regulations are implemented, what public input is required, and how transparent the regulatory process becomes—directly affecting both economic activity and citizen participation in government.

Potential points of contention

  • Deregulation vs. Consumer Protection: Streamlining procedures could reduce regulatory burdens on businesses but may weaken safeguards for workers, consumers, and the environment if public comment periods or impact reviews are curtailed
  • Transparency and Public Input: Modifications could affect stakeholder access to the rulemaking process, potentially favoring established interests over grassroots or minority perspectives
  • Agency Authority and Accountability: Changes may shift power between the legislature, agencies, and courts in determining regulatory scope, with implications for government accountability

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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