TN SB1135Tennessee SB1135 updates the state's laws regarding nuisances, which are activities or conditions that can harm or annoy others. The bill makes changes across multiple titles of the Tennessee Code to clarify and improve how nuisance issues are addressed in the state.
TN SB1135 is a senate bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by Paul Bailey (R), currently “Passed” since May 27, 2025.
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Supporters of SB1135 argue that the bill brings necessary updates to nuisance laws, making it easier for communities to address problematic issues effectively. They believe these changes will enhance public safety and improve quality of life for residents by providing clearer guidelines for resolving nuisance complaints.
Critics of SB1135 contend that the revisions may weaken protections for individuals facing nuisance complaints, potentially allowing harmful activities to continue unchecked. They worry that the changes could lead to increased conflicts within communities and diminish the ability of residents to seek redress for legitimate grievances.
The analysis of SB1135, which revises nuisance laws in Tennessee, reveals no direct overlaps between the personal financial interests of sponsor Paul Bailey and the bill's subject matter. While Bailey is a businessman and owner of multiple companies, including a trucking business, the bill primarily addresses legal aspects related to nuisances, which do not directly pertain to his business operations. The trucking industry and the real estate sector, while both significant, are not directly impacted by changes in nuisance laws as proposed in this bill. Therefore, there is minimal risk of personal financial gain for Bailey from the enactment of this legislation.
Unlike federal analysis based on campaign donations, state analysis examines legislators' personal financial interests — their jobs, businesses, and investments.
| Type | Description | Industry | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupation | Businessman | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | Owner of Bailey Company, a trucking business | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Business Owner | Owner of Bailey Company | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Board Member | Board member of the Tennessee Trucking Association | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Employer | CB TRUCKING INC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | CB TRANSPORTATION, INC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | A & P LEASING, LLC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | BAILEY TIRE COMPANY, LLC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | BAILEY INVESTMENTS | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | CB LEASING, LLC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | WAREHOUSE SERVICES, LLC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | COWBOY TRUCK LEASING LLC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | NATIONAL REINED COW HORSE ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT from Feb 2012 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | AMERICAN QUARTER HORSE ASSOCIATION DIRECTOR from Mar 2004 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | TN QUARTER HORSE ASSOCIATION DIRECTOR from Jan 1998 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | BUILTWELL BANK, Spouse, and Minor Child | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | DEKALB COUNTY BANKand Minor Child | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | CITIZENS BANK | Commercial Banks | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | BAILEY INVESTMENTS LLCand Minor Child | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | SAFE TRUCKING | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | THROUGHBRED FINANCIAL, Spouse, and Minor Child | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | Leadership PAC: PB PAC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
Items marked "AI-researched" are generated from public sources but have not been independently verified. Verified data is sourced from official legislature websites and disclosure filings.
About This Analysis
This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the Tennessee General Assembly. Conflict analysis examines the sponsor's personal financial interests for potential overlaps with the bill's subject matter.
What does TN SB1135 do?
Tennessee SB1135 updates the state's laws regarding nuisances, which are activities or conditions that can harm or annoy others. The bill makes changes across multiple titles of the Tennessee Code to clarify and improve how nuisance issues are addressed in the state.
What is the status of TN SB1135?
TN SB1135 is currently “Passed” in the Tennessee legislature.
Who sponsored TN SB1135?
Paul Bailey (R) sponsored TN SB1135.
