Registers of Deeds - As introduced, creates a two-year pilot program that requires the register of deeds in Shelby County to verify and record the government-issued photo identification of individuals presenting documents for in-person property transfers. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 8; Title 10; Title 66 and Title 67.
Failed in s/c Cities & Counties Subcommittee of State & Local Government Committee
Summary
The bill would make the Shelby County register of deeds require anyone filing a real‑property transfer in person to show a government‑issued photo ID, copy the ID information at no charge, and keep that data confidential. It applies only to counties with at least 900,000 residents and would automatically expire after two years. The measure failed in committee and did not become law.
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