Senate Bill 572 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Section 16-15-501(d)(1), by increasing the monetary limit for general sessions courts from "twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000)" to "fifty thousand dollars ($50,000)." This change allows for a higher threshold for cases that can be heard in general sessions courts, potentially impacting the types of civil cases that can be adjudicated in this venue.

The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, ensuring that the new limit will be in place for future cases brought before general sessions courts in Tennessee. This adjustment aims to enhance the court's capacity to handle larger claims, thereby improving access to justice for individuals seeking resolution in civil matters.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 16-15-501(d)(1), 16-15-501