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

SB 1650: 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.

Passed one chamber Last action February 23, 2026: Rcvd. from S., held on H. desk.

Plain-language summary

SB 1650 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 14, 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: Todd Gardenhire (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 23, 2026): Rcvd. from S., held on H. desk.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Todd Gardenhire (Republican).