Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

Tennessee Senate Bill SB0759

Introduced
1/30/23  
Enrolled
3/14/23  
Passed
3/31/23  

Caption

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 61, relative to limited partnerships.

Impact

Bill SB0759 impacts state laws by providing a clearer framework for limited partnerships regarding naming conventions. Under this legislation, limited partnerships must register their assumed names with the Secretary of State and maintain compliance with certain regulations. This creates a more structured environment for business operations, as partnerships can operate under names that reflect their services while ensuring that businesses are properly identified.

Summary

Senate Bill 0759 aims to amend Tennessee law regarding limited partnerships, particularly focusing on the use of assumed names. The bill defines an 'assumed name' as any name used by a limited partnership that is not its true name and establishes the process by which a limited partnership can adopt, change, or cancel such names. Additionally, it outlines the duration of the assumption of the name, which is set for five years, and details requirements for renewing this status.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SB0759 appears to be mostly positive among proponents who view it as a means to simplify the naming process for limited partnerships and enhance business clarity. The bill received unanimous support during the voting process, indicating a collaborative effort among the legislature to streamline business regulations. However, some concerns may arise among legal experts regarding the implications of such changes on existing partnerships and whether the revisions will adequately address all possible scenarios.

Contention

Notable points of contention involve the potential for confusion among businesses and consumers if assumed names are not adequately monitored. Critics may express that an increase in assumed names without stringent checks could lead to misrepresentation within the marketplace, ultimately affecting consumer trust. Additionally, there may be concerns regarding the administrative burden placed on the Secretary of State's office to manage these new regulations effectively.

Companion Bills

TN HB0964

Crossfiled AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 61, relative to limited partnerships.

Previously Filed As

TN HB0964

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 61, relative to limited partnerships.

TN SB2256

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 35; Title 45; Title 61 and Title 66, relative to trusts and estates.

TN HB2713

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 35; Title 45; Title 61 and Title 66, relative to trusts and estates.

TN SB2863

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 3; Title 4; Title 8; Title 48; Title 61 and Title 62, relative to foreign agents.

TN HB2889

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 3; Title 4; Title 8; Title 48; Title 61 and Title 62, relative to foreign agents.

TN HB0349

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 48 and Title 61, relative to registered agents.

TN SB1174

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 48 and Title 61, relative to registered agents.

TN SB1284

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 12; Title 13; Title 42; Title 43; Title 44; Title 45; Title 46; Title 47; Title 48; Title 50; Title 53; Title 54; Title 55; Title 56; Title 61; Title 62; Title 65; Title 66; Title 67; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to commerce.

TN HB1840

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 3; Title 4; Title 8; Title 48; Title 61 and Title 62, relative to registration of foreign agents.

TN HB1854

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 3; Title 4; Title 8; Title 48; Title 61 and Title 62, relative to registration of foreign agents.

Similar Bills

DE SB112

An Act To Amend Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Creation, Regulation, Operation, And Dissolution Of Domestic Limited Partnerships And The Registration And Regulation Of Foreign Limited Partnerships.

DE SB115

An Act To Amend Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Creation, Regulation, Operation, And Dissolution Of Domestic Partnerships And The Registration And Regulation Of Foreign Limited Liability Partnerships.

CA AB1862

Engineering, land surveying, and architecture: limited liability partnerships.

CA SB920

Engineering, land surveying, and architecture: limited liability partnerships.

TN HB0349

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 48 and Title 61, relative to registered agents.

TN SB1174

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 48 and Title 61, relative to registered agents.

RI H7603

Uniform Limited Partnership Act

RI S2812

Uniform Limited Partnership Act