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HB 1795·TN·house

Real Property - As introduced, expands existing statutory authority of a masonic lodge to take real property by deed by extending the same authority to a masonic lodge-sponsored corporation or limited liability company that is created for such purpose; authorizes a masonic lodge-sponsored corporation or limited liability company to lease or rent real or personal property to a masonic lodge or other entity. - Amends TCA Title 48, Chapter 102.

In CommitteeFiled Jan 21, 2026
Sponsor: Crawford
Latest Action

P2C, ref. to Commerce Committee

Feb 2, 2026

Summary

The bill expands Tennessee law so a Masonic lodge can acquire land or buildings through purchase or gift, and it adds the same powers to a corporation or limited liability company created by the lodge. It also permits those sponsor entities to lease or rent property to the lodge or other parties. This change aims to give lodges more flexibility in managing their facilities.

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