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HB 1685·TN·house

Workers Compensation - As introduced, enacts the "Zero Estimated Exposure Policy Act." - Amends TCA Title 50, Chapter 6.

In CommitteeFiled Jan 14, 2026
Sponsor: Hawk
Latest Action

Def. to Summer Study in Banking & Consumer Affairs Subcommittee

Mar 18, 2026

Summary

The bill creates a "Zero Estimated Exposure Policy Act" that obligates construction service providers who obtain a workers’ compensation policy reporting zero exposure to inform every entity they contract with and keep that notice on file for three years. Homeowners hiring a builder for a single‑family home are exempt. It also adds reporting requirements to the workers’ compensation code and sets an effective date of July 1, 2027.

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