Hotels and Restaurants - As introduced, creates a voluntary community storm emergency relief program administered by the department of tourist development in collaboration with the department of agriculture to authorize hotels and food service establishments to better serve the needs of their communities during a declared state or local emergency based upon a severe weather event. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 8; Title 53, Chapter 8; Title 58, Chapter 2; Title 62, Chapter 7 and Title 67, Chapter 4, Part 14.

HB 2399 creates a voluntary program allowing Tennessee hotels and food service businesses to better support communities during severe weather emergencies. Hotels can offer lower rates to local residents needing shelter, flexible check-out options, and partial refunds if conditions improve. Restaurants can stay open in affected neighborhoods, with participation requiring no mandatory commitment from businesses. Administered by the Department of Tourist Development and Agriculture, the program includes online registration, public promotion of participating businesses, and temporary permit waivers for food services. The bill does not force business participation or create new penalties.