SB 193 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Gaming - As introduced, clarifies that a provision of law voiding wagering contracts does not apply to a transaction to make a wager under the Tennessee Sports Gaming Act. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 29; Title 38; Title 39; Title 47; Title 49 and Title 67.

SB 193 clarifies that Tennessee's general rule voiding wagering contracts does not apply to bets placed under the Tennessee Sports Gaming Act. This bill directly affects sports betting operators and customers by ensuring their contracts are legally enforceable. The key provision amends multiple sections of Tennessee law (Titles 4, 29, 38, 39, 47, 49, and 67) to exclude sports gaming transactions from the voiding rule. The change specifically applies to the Tennessee Sports Gaming Act (Title 4, Chapter 49, Part 1), making sports betting contracts valid like other commercial agreements.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 16, 2025 Last action Mar 10, 2025
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Jan 27, 2025
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Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate State and Local Government Committee
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Jan 16, 2025
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Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
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