Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill
SB 162: Utilities, Utility Districts - As introduced, prohibits public water system operators from adding fluoride to their water systems. - Amends TCA Title 68, Chapter 221.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 162 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 15, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Utilities, Utility Districts - As introduced, prohibits public water system operators from adding fluoride to their water systems. - Amends TCA Title 68, Chapter 221. Primary sponsor: Joey Hensley (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 11, 2026): Sponsor(s) Added.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joey Hensley | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 28 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Sponsor(s) Added.
- Failed in Senate Energy, Ag., and Nat. Resources Committee
- Placed on Senate Energy, Ag., and Nat. Resources Committee calendar for 3/11/2026
- Action deferred in Senate Energy, Ag., and Nat. Resources Committee to 3/11/2026
- Placed on Senate Energy, Ag., and Nat. Resources Committee calendar for 3/4/2026
- Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Energy, Ag., and Nat. Resources Committee
- Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
- Filed for introduction