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The Hidden Junk Bill
Tennessee moves to stop hidden junk fees on consumers
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 3, Part 19 and Title 47, Chapter 18, relative to consumer protection.
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If passed, the bill would ban hidden extra charges, so you won’t pay surprise fees on bills or services.
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The facts
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- Bill is called the Junk Fee Prevention Act.
- Introduced in Tennessee House on Feb 2, 2026.
- Sponsored by Rep. Vincent Dixie (D).
- Amends consumer protection sections of state code.
- Aims to stop hidden fees on consumer bills.
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