Tennessee Legislation

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This bill requires the Tennessee Supreme Court to include funding for a security detail for the chief justice in its annual budget. The security detail would be responsible for transporting and accompanying the chief justice during all official state business. This change aims to enhance the safety of the chief justice while performing their duties.

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The bill allows for changes to congressional district boundaries in Tennessee even before the usual apportionment process occurs. Previously, there was a prohibition against making such changes between apportionments. This change is intended to provide more flexibility in how districts are drawn.

The bill allows for changes to congressional district boundaries in Tennessee even between the official apportionment periods. This means that lawmakers can adjust the districts more frequently than before. The law amends existing regulations regarding how congressional districts are drawn and modified.

TN HB7001 aimed to update Tennessee's election laws for the 2026 congressional elections. It proposed changes to how congressional districts are organized and required the election coordinator to inform candidates and election commissions about these changes and any special qualifying deadlines. The bill ultimately did not pass.

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Tennessee HB1817 updates the laws concerning commercial driver licenses, specifically focusing on how out-of-service orders are issued to commercial drivers and the penalties associated with these orders. This means that the rules governing when a driver can be taken off the road for safety reasons have been clarified and possibly made stricter.

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The bill is a resolution that recognizes and honors Mary Nell Bryan for her contributions and achievements as she retires. It celebrates her career and the impact she has made in her field. This resolution serves as a formal acknowledgment of her service and dedication.

TN HB7005 is a state budget bill that allocates funds for the operations of Tennessee's government for the fiscal years starting July 1, 2025, and July 1, 2026. It covers expenses for various government branches and includes provisions for state aid, public debt, and emergency funds. The bill also allows for certain appropriations to continue and sets guidelines for how funds can be used.

Tennessee SB7004 updates the boundaries of the state's congressional districts. This change is intended to reflect population shifts and ensure fair representation in Congress. The bill amends existing laws to implement these new district lines.

Tennessee HB7003 changes the boundaries of the state's congressional districts. This means that the areas represented by each congressional representative in Tennessee will be redrawn, which could impact future elections and representation.

Tennessee SB2693 changes the residency requirement for candidates running for mayor in the City of Millington. Instead of needing to live in the city for just 60 days before the election, candidates will now need to be residents for at least one year. This amendment aims to ensure that those running for office have a longer-term commitment to the community.

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This bill changes the residency requirement for candidates running for mayor in the City of Millington. Instead of needing to live in the city for just 60 days before the election, candidates must now be residents for at least one year. This change aims to ensure that the mayor has a deeper understanding of the community's needs.

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The bill allows county election commissions in Tennessee to designate specific restroom facilities in buildings where elections are held for the exclusive use of campaign workers or volunteers. It includes certain limitations on who can access these restrooms. This amendment aims to ensure that campaign staff have designated facilities during election times.

This bill requires Tennessee to offer free online training for teachers in grades 6-12 on using artificial intelligence in the classroom. Teachers must complete at least one of these courses by August 1, 2027, or within two years of getting their teaching license, whichever is later.

This bill requires Tennessee's Department of Human Services to identify and apply for federal waivers that would help speed up the process of reviewing and approving food assistance applications. Each year, the department must submit a report detailing the waivers applied for and their status, along with suggestions for any necessary changes to state laws to improve the food assistance program.

The 'Women's Safety and Protection Act' is a proposed bill in Tennessee that aims to enhance public safety measures specifically for women. It seeks to amend various sections of the Tennessee Code related to government administration, juvenile and adult correctional systems, education, and health. The bill is designed to improve safety protocols and protections for women across these sectors.

Tennessee HB1259 is a bill that increases the notice period for meetings of the Tennessee board of water quality, oil, and gas from five days to seven days. This change aims to give board members more time to prepare for regular or special meetings. The bill amends various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated related to water management.