Tennessee Legislation

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This bill requires the Tennessee Department of Education to publish the number of waivers given to local education agencies (LEAs) that exceed average class size requirements. These waivers are specifically for funding programs aimed at developing local teaching talent, known as 'grow your own' programs.

This bill allows school boards and public charter schools in Tennessee to display important historical documents, such as the Ten Commandments, the Declaration of Independence, and the U.S. Constitution, in a visible spot in each school building. The bill aims to promote historical awareness and education by showcasing these documents.

This bill proposes that insurance companies in Tennessee must pay chiropractors the same amount as physicians for providing the same services. It aims to ensure equal reimbursement rates for chiropractic services under certain insurance plans.

The bill allows leaders of various state departments and agencies in Tennessee to submit their annual reports to the governor electronically. This includes reports about their operations, management, and financial activities from the previous fiscal year.

The bill extends the period indefinitely for municipalities to receive state sales tax revenue allocations, which were initially part of the Courthouse Square Revitalization Pilot Project Act of 2005. This means that municipalities that were receiving these funds will continue to do so beyond the previous end date of June 30, 2028.

This bill changes the penalty for burglary of a conveyance, such as a car, from a Class E felony to a more severe Class D felony. This means that individuals convicted of this crime could face harsher penalties under Tennessee law.

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This bill allows employees in Tennessee to take up to 12 weeks off work after donating an organ. It also prevents insurance companies from denying coverage or changing terms of life, disability, or long-term care insurance based solely on someone being an organ donor. Additionally, the bill requires the state's health department to provide information about living organ donation on its website.

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Tennessee HB1273 clarifies what constitutes a credible threat of mass violence on school property or during school activities. It specifies that a threat is considered credible if it causes someone to reasonably fear that an act of mass violence will occur. This amendment aims to strengthen the response to such threats and ensure safety in schools.

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This bill allows buyers or borrowers in real estate transactions in Tennessee to choose their own settlement agent to handle certain transaction duties. It also permits sellers to hire a licensed attorney to protect their interests. The bill ensures that any fees related to the transaction cannot be charged to the seller without the approval of the seller's attorney.

This bill proposes adding one more circuit court to the 28th judicial district, which includes Crockett, Gibson, and Haywood counties in Tennessee. The new court would start operating on September 1, 2025, and the judge for this court would be appointed by the governor.

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