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SB 453

Charitable Solicitations - As enacted, revises notification requirements regarding the provision to the secretary of state of solicitation materials to be used by a professional solicitor on behalf of a nonprofit organization. - Amends TCA Title 48, Chapter 101, Part 5.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Tom Hatcher

SB 453 revises how Tennessee nonprofits and professional solicitors notify the Secretary of State about fundraising materials, affecting regulatory oversight and administrative compliance.

Pub. Ch. 248
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Bill Summary · SB 453

Legislative bill overview

SB 453 modifies Tennessee's charitable solicitation rules by revising what notification requirements professional solicitors must follow when submitting solicitation materials to the Secretary of State on behalf of nonprofits. The bill amends the existing charitable solicitation statutes (TCA Title 48, Chapter 101, Part 5) to streamline or alter these administrative notification procedures.

Why is this important

Charitable solicitation regulations protect the public from fraud while allowing legitimate nonprofits to fundraise effectively. Changes to notification requirements affect how transparently nonprofits operate, how easily regulators can monitor fundraising activities, and the administrative burden placed on charitable organizations and professional fundraisers.

Potential points of contention

  • Reduced transparency vs. administrative burden: If requirements were weakened, critics may argue this allows less oversight of charitable solicitations; supporters would counter that it reduces unnecessary red tape for legitimate organizations
  • Enforcement challenges: Fewer or simplified notification requirements could make it harder for the Secretary of State to detect fraudulent solicitations or track professional solicitor activities
  • Competitive impact: Changes may disproportionately affect smaller nonprofits versus larger organizations depending on which requirements were modified

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

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