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

SB 983: Utilities, Utility Districts - As introduced, removes the requirement that each year the Tennessee public utility commission submit to the general assembly a report describing the competitive nature of the telecommunications market in this state. - Amends TCA Title 65, Chapter 1 and Title 65, Chapter 5.

In committee Last action February 12, 2025: Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Commerce and Labor Committee

Plain-language summary

SB 983 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on February 5, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Utilities, Utility Districts - As introduced, removes the requirement that each year the Tennessee public utility commission submit to the general assembly a report describing the competitive nature of the telecommunications market in this state. - Amends TCA Title 65, Chapter 1 and Title 65, Chapter 5. Primary sponsor: Steve Southerland (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 12, 2025): Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Commerce and Labor Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Steve Southerland (Republican).