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HB 1885·TN·house

Gambling - As enacted, clarifies that gambling, the operation or possession of gambling devices, and the operation, conducting, or commercial promoting of online sweepstakes games and other forms of online or app-based gambling are unlawful and a violation of the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act; expands the authority of the sports wagering council to investigate illegal gambling and gaming activity; expands the investigative authority of the attorney general to investigate unlawful activit...

Signed into LawFiled Jan 21, 2026
Sponsor: Scott Cepicky (R)
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Comp. became Pub. Ch. 1117

May 27, 2026

Summary

The bill declares illegal online sweepstakes games, gambling devices, and other unauthorized gambling activities as violations of Tennessee’s Consumer Protection Act. It expands the authority of the attorney general, reporter, and the sports wagering council to investigate and enforce these violations. Penalties are treated as unfair or deceptive practices, and related investigation records are kept confidential.

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