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

SB 1396: Bail, Bail Bonds - As introduced, permits a professional bondsman to issue and retain the required receipt for money or other consideration received in a digital format. - Amends TCA Title 40, Chapter 11.

In committee Last action March 17, 2026: Failed in Senate Judiciary Committee

Plain-language summary

SB 1396 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on February 6, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Bail, Bail Bonds - As introduced, permits a professional bondsman to issue and retain the required receipt for money or other consideration received in a digital format. - Amends TCA Title 40, Chapter 11. Primary sponsor: Kerry Roberts (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 17, 2026): Failed in Senate Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Kerry Roberts (Republican).