Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill

HB 1795: 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 committee Last action February 2, 2026: P2C, ref. to Commerce Committee

Plain-language summary

HB 1795 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on January 21, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: 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. Primary sponsor: John Crawford (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 2, 2026): P2C, ref. to Commerce Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: John Crawford (Republican).