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

SB 1707: Registers of Deeds - As introduced, requires that a deed of conveyance of real property be prepared by an attorney licensed to practice in this state, a title insurance agent licensed in this state, the owner of the real property being transferred, or a person with legal authority to act on behalf of the owner of the real property being transferred; makes other changes related to deeds of conveyance. - Amends TCA Title 8, Chapter 13; Title 23, Chapter 3; Title 66, Chapter 5, Part 1 and Title 66, Chapter 24.

In committee Last action April 9, 2026: Companion House Bill substituted

Plain-language summary

SB 1707 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Registers of Deeds - As introduced, requires that a deed of conveyance of real property be prepared by an attorney licensed to practice in this state, a title insurance agent licensed in this state, the owner of the real property being transferred, or a person with legal authority to act on behalf of the owner of the real property being transferred; makes other changes related to deeds of conveyance. - Amends TCA Title 8, Chapter 13; Title 23, Chapter 3; Title 66, Chapter 5, Part 1 and Title 66, Chapter 24. Primary sponsor: Brent Taylor (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 9, 2026): Companion House Bill substituted.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Brent Taylor (Republican).