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

HB 2183: Elder Abuse - As introduced, extends from 10 to 20 days, the time within which a court must schedule a hearing on a petition to freeze the funds of a criminal defendant charged with financial exploitation of an elderly or vulnerable adult involving the taking more than $5,000 of property while the criminal proceeding is pending for purposes of restitution to the victim. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 15.

In committee Last action March 9, 2026: Ref. to Health Committee - Judiciary Committee

Plain-language summary

HB 2183 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Elder Abuse - As introduced, extends from 10 to 20 days, the time within which a court must schedule a hearing on a petition to freeze the funds of a criminal defendant charged with financial exploitation of an elderly or vulnerable adult involving the taking more than $5,000 of property while the criminal proceeding is pending for purposes of restitution to the victim. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 15. Primary sponsor: Debra Moody (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 9, 2026): Ref. to Health Committee - Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Debra Moody (Republican).