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

SB 2389: Registers of Deeds - As introduced, creates a two-year pilot program that requires the register of deeds in Shelby County to verify and record the government-issued photo identification of individuals presenting documents for in-person property transfers. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 8; Title 10; Title 66 and Title 67.

In committee Last action March 24, 2026: Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate State and Local Government Committee

Plain-language summary

SB 2389 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Registers of Deeds - As introduced, creates a two-year pilot program that requires the register of deeds in Shelby County to verify and record the government-issued photo identification of individuals presenting documents for in-person property transfers. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 8; Title 10; Title 66 and Title 67. Primary sponsor: Raumesh Akbari (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 24, 2026): Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate State and Local Government Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Raumesh Akbari (Democratic).