Tennessee House Bill HB2265

Tennessee 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/2/26
• Refer: 2/5/26

Caption

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 67, Chapter 5, relative to property taxes.

Impact

The bill proposes a shift from the current appraisal method, which has been traditionally used to determine property values by assessors. If implemented, this change could lead to a more transparent and potentially less burdensome system for homeowners. The report generated from the comptroller's study could recommend this new approach, influencing future legislation and altering how local governments manage property tax assessments.

Summary

House Bill 2265 aims to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically targeting property taxes within Title 67, Chapter 5. The bill urges the comptroller of the treasury to conduct a study on the feasibility and potential impacts of determining the value of all residential properties based on the most recent sale price, rather than relying on traditional appraisals via assessment manuals. This approach intends to bring a more standardized method of property valuation, which could benefit property owners by simplifying how property taxes are assessed.

Contention

Potential points of contention surrounding HB2265 may arise regarding how such a significant change could affect various stakeholders, including local governments and property owners. Proponents may argue that this method increases fairness by aligning property tax assessments with actual market conditions. Opponents, however, may concern that relying solely on recent sale prices could overlook other factors influencing property value, resulting in either over- or under-assessment in certain areas. The outcome of the comptroller's study would likely be pivotal in shaping the debate around this proposed legislative change.