Tenn. Code Ann. § 7-51-2301: Part definitions

As used in this part, "utility" means:

(1) An entity subject to the jurisdiction of the Tennessee board of utility regulation in accordance with § 7-82-701 ;

(2) A cooperative, as defined in § 65-25-102 ; or

(3) A county-owned or municipal-owned utility that provides electric, natural gas, or propane services to the public.