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

SB 1421: Civil Procedure - As introduced, creates an affirmative defense that may be utilized by a covered entity that is the subject of a data breach, if the covered entity’s cybersecurity program meets certain criteria at the time the breach occurs. - Amends TCA Title 20; Title 29 and Title 47, Chapter 18.

In committee Last action March 9, 2026: Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Judiciary Committee

Plain-language summary

SB 1421 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on February 6, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Civil Procedure - As introduced, creates an affirmative defense that may be utilized by a covered entity that is the subject of a data breach, if the covered entity’s cybersecurity program meets certain criteria at the time the breach occurs. - Amends TCA Title 20; Title 29 and Title 47, Chapter 18. Primary sponsor: Raumesh Akbari (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 9, 2026): Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Raumesh Akbari (Democratic).