tn STATE REP. CLARK BOYD - 2025 LEGISLATIVE UPDATES

Rep. Clark Boyd - TN State Legislature - Dist. 46

Hear Rep. Boyd's "Legislative Update" on the "Coleman & Co." radio program Mar 24, 2025 - https://youtu.be/tsEog0QTjJk?t=335

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TN Dist. 57 Rep. Susan Lynn updates

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Clark Boyd

State Representative, District 46

425 5th Avenue North, Suite 528

Nashville TN 37243

615-741-7086

rep.clark.boyd@capitol.tn.gov

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Rep. Clark Boyd - TN State Legislature - Dist. 46

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PO Box 2177
Lebanon, TN 37088

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LEGISLATIVE UPDATE APR 5, 2025

I’m praying for you and your family’s safety as we continue to deal with heavy storms this week. Please pay attention to the severe weather alerts when they are sent.

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Considering the stormy weather, I’m thankful we experienced a calm week on the Hill. I passed two bills out of the Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee (HB1137 and HB1139). Both are designed to make government work better for the people of Tennessee. I also passed one bill out of the Health Committee (HB1141).

HB1137 requires that the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation has a 10-business-day turnaround on construction permits for subsurface sewage disposal systems (septic tanks).
HB1139 makes it easier for apartment complexes to soften the water they provide for their residents by easing requirements that they be regulated like a utility district.
HB1141 requires that nursing homes in the State be inspected on a more consistent basis.

A Constituent’s Story
Are you aware of all the services offered by a State Representative’s office? Let me share a recent example of how we are here to serve you...
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A constituent, who's a permanent resident of Lebanon, found himself in a difficult situation. The constituent has been living in another state for the past year to assist his father as he succumbs to his battle with Alzheimer’s. The State’s Department of Safety and Homeland Security notified the constituent that he needed a new driver’s license. Due to his father’s condition, he was unable to come back to Tennessee and leave his father alone.

My staff worked with the Department of Safety to get the constituent a new driver’s license sent to where his father lives, saving the constituent hours of travel and hundreds of dollars in travel expenses.

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If you would like to meet with me, or are planning a trip to the Capitol, please don’t hesitate to reach out to my office. You are welcome to contact me at rep.clark.boyd@capitol.tn.gov or at 615-741-7086. Feel free to forward my emailts family members or friends in the District. If they want to be added to the email list, they can simply call 615-741-7086.

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Tennessee prepares for federal education deregulation

A bill that will help prepare Tennessee for significant changes to the United States Department of Education (ED) advanced in the House this week.

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House Bill 958, sponsored by State Rep. William Slater, R-Gallatin, will create a seven-member task force to ensure Tennessee can effectively respond to any potential deregulation or dismantling of the ED at the federal level.

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“The Trump administration has been clear in its intent to overhaul the American education system,” Slater said. “It’s imperative that Tennessee is not caught flat-footed when major federal reforms are enacted. A deregulation task force will ensure our state can seamlessly continue providing the highest quality education to students no matter what changes are taking place nationally.”

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The task force created by this legislation will identify federal K-12 education funding, federal requirements for receiving funds, state resources needed to receive funds and the number of positions paid by federal dollars. It will also consider whether programs or resources provided by federal funds should continue. The task force will be required to submit policy recommendations to the General Assembly by Dec. 31, 2025. House Bill 958 is scheduled to be heard in the House Finance, Ways and Means Committee in the coming weeks.

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Proposal to make government more efficient

In an effort to reform anti-discrimination enforcement and increase government efficiency, House Majority Whip Johnny Garrett, R-Goodlettsville, has proposed legislation that would dissolve the Tennessee Human Rights Commission (HRC) and shift the department’s responsibilities to the Tennessee Attorney General’s Office (AG).

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House Bill 910 creates the Civil Rights Enforcement Division within the Office of the AG, the state’s top law enforcement agency. The bill increases penalties for malicious harassment and upholds protections against discrimination in housing, real estate and education. Shifting the HRC’s duties to the AG is a critical step in streamlining citizen services and expediting justice, Garrett told members of the House Government Operations Committee on Monday.

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“If we continue to have these matters before the Human Rights Commission, which they do a fine job of doing – my concern is the claims aren’t going away,” Garrett said. “There are still people who think they can discriminate against folks for housing and education opportunities. If someone receives a letter or an action saying that the Attorney General is investigating … well, that would be a deterrent. This is about making (claims) that we are bound to investigate - making that process better, more efficient and to deter discrimination,” Garrett said.

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The Tennessee Human Rights Commission was created as a state agency in 1963 through an executive order by Gov. Frank Clement. In 1978, the General Assembly transformed the commission into an enforcement agency with the passage of the Tennessee Human Rights Act. Since then, the agency’s mission is to investigate cases of discrimination and alleged violations of the Civil Rights Acts of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008 and Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 (Fair Housing Act). House Bill 901 advanced to the House Finance, Ways and Means Committee and is expected to be heard for consideration next week.

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Legislation rewarding exceptional teachers advances in House

A proposal that would allow exceptional teachers in Tennessee to be rewarded advanced out of the House Finance, Ways and Means Subcommittee this week.

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House Bill 759, sponsored by House Speaker Pro Tempore Pat Marsh, R-Shelbyville, would give local school districts the ability to adopt and implement a merit-based pay structure for teachers.

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“This will allow school boards to incentivize educators to meet and (exceed) expectations and … to reward educators for their extraordinary work,” Marsh said.

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The legislation would allow districts to award additional compensation to high-performing teachers through a one-time bonus or a salary increase. Districts could use state and local education funding received through the Tennessee Investment in Student Achievement (TISA) to reward exceptional educators.

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A 2017 Vanderbilt University report found that merit-based pay structures in schools translated to a “statistically significant” effect on student test scores, equivalent to adding three extra weeks of instruction in a school year. House Bill 759 is scheduled to be heard for consideration in the House Finance, Ways and Means Committee on April 8.

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Bill enhances protections for domestic violence victims

Legislation protecting victims of domestic violence in Tennessee advanced out of the House Criminal Justice Subcommittee this week.

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House Bill 580, sponsored by State Rep. Clay Doggett, R-Pulaski, will provide standards for global positioning system (GPS) monitoring companies that provide services in Tennessee for domestic violence arrests involving aggravated assault.

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“This bill, as amended, would bring some standards to the GPS providers as well as make a few small changes working with our friends in law enforcement and the courts to help ensure the safety and security of our victims,” Doggett said.

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House Bill 580 defines a qualified electronic monitoring provider and lists out specific requirements to become a provider, including proof of general liability coverage, 24/7 monitoring, and requirements for directors and employees.

Companies will also be required to be approved by a local government entity in Tennessee to provide services. The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) will be required to keep an updated list of providers. Additionally, the legislation requires an arresting officer to communicate with the victim during monitoring. House Bill 580 builds on the Debbie and Marie Domestic Violence Protection Act that the Tennessee General Assembly passed in 2024, requiring aggravated assault suspects in certain domestic violence cases to wear a GPS system if they are released on bond. The legislation is named in honor of Debbie Sisco and her daughter Marie Varsos. Both women were killed in 2021 by Varsos’ estranged husband who was out on bond after being arrested for strangling his wife and threatening to shoot her a month earlier. Statewide, there were more than 60,000 domestic violence cases reported in 2023, according to the most recent data from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. Of those victims, 71 percent were female. The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence estimates that nearly 40 percent of women in Tennessee will experience some form of domestic violence in their lifetime.

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TennCare Modernization and Access Act ensures reliability

A proposal to ensure TennCare remains a reliable and affordable health care option for Tennessee families is advancing through the General Assembly.

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The Tennessee Medicaid Modernization and Access Act of 2025, sponsored by State Rep. Bud Hulsey, R-Kingsport, will require TennCare reimbursements for certain key health care services to match the Medicare fee schedule or average commercial rate.

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“Small doctors’ groups, doctors’ groups, independent doctors who treat … TennCare patients get paid, most of the time, half of what Medicaid payments are,” Hulsey said. “And what’s happening is we are losing doctors. I don’t mean moving: They are ceasing to treat and to take (TennCare) patients. … Whether we address this with my bill or some other bill, we’ve got to address it.”

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House Bill 372 will require the Tennessee Department of Health (DOH) and the Division of TennCare to annually review TennCare reimbursement rates to ensure they align with the Medicare fee schedule and average commercial rates.

The legislation directs DOH and TennCare to actively seek federal, private and other available funds even as it directs available state funds to support reimbursement adjustments. The current TennCare reimbursement process has led in some instances to limited access for beneficiaries and inadequate compensation for health care providers, a trend that is pronounced in rural parts of the state with fewer health care options. Hulsey’s proposal seeks to incentivize more doctors to participate in TennCare. House Bill 372 is scheduled to be heard for consideration in the House Government Operations Committee April 7.

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Protecting name, image and likeness opportunities for athletes

Legislation advancing in the House solidifies the state’s position as a national leader in Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) protections for college athletes.

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House Bill 194, sponsored by State Rep. Kevin Vaughan, R-Collierville, updates the state's existing NIL law to create new opportunities for student-athletes to capitalize on their talents. As amended, House Bill 194 allows institutions to directly compensate athletes for NIL while preserving the rights to engage in third-party opportunities. This new legislation offers enhanced protections and expanded opportunities for student-athletes. It also gives Tennessee’s colleges and universities a clearer legal framework to operate within, helping them continue to recruit at the highest level. Additionally, the bill protects the state and its universities from antitrust claims by ensuring any liability falls on the athletic organization, not the state or university.

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“It’s a very fluid landscape these days with college athletics,” Vaughan told members of the House Education Committee on Tuesday. “Frankly, we feel like this will start adding structure to a system that is very dynamic. We’re trying to protect our universities, keep them competitive, protect the rights of the institution and protect our student-athletes’ ability to earn compensation for their name, image and likeness.”

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Tennessee has been at the forefront of advocating for student-athletes and challenging the National Collegiate Athletic Association's restrictions on NIL compensation. Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti in January 2024 filed a landmark lawsuit against the NCAA, accusing it of violating antitrust laws by preventing athletes from earning fair compensation for their name, image, and likeness. The case, which resulted in a federal court injunction, now allows NIL opportunities to play a role in athlete recruitment for both high schoolers and transfer students. House Bill 194 is scheduled for consideration in the House Finance, Ways and Means Subcommittee on April 9.

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Bill creates offenses of doxing, threatening mass violence

A proposal to create the offense of threatening to commit an act of mass violence in Tennessee is advancing in the General Assembly.

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House Bill 1314, filed by House Majority Leader William Lamberth, R-Portland, and guided in the House by Assistant Majority Leader Mark Cochran, R-Englewood, will make knowingly threatening mass violence by any means of communication a Class E felony offense. Another person must reasonably deem it a legitimate threat that could lead to the death or injury of four or more people.

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“House Bill 1314 seeks to criminalize any threats of violence intended to cause terror,” Cochran said. “The goal of this proposal is to deter similar behavior and essentially prevent acts of terrorism before they occur.”

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The penalty would be enhanced to a Class D felony offense if the threat is made toward a school, church, government, or live performance or event. Similarly, the penalty would be enhanced if the defendant had prior convictions for similar offenses or if the defendant took a substantial step toward acting on the threat. Courts could also order a convicted person to pay restitution, which includes costs and damages from any potential disruption resulting from a threat. Finally, House Bill 1314 creates a Class B misdemeanor offense for posting on a public website the phone number or home address of another person with ill intent, a practice commonly referred to as “doxing.” If someone acts on this information, the penalty could be enhanced to a Class A misdemeanor. House Bill 1314 is scheduled to be heard for consideration in the House Finance, Ways and Means Committee on April 8.

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Efforts to protect children from predators

The House Criminal Justice Subcommittee advanced legislation this week creating penalties for individuals who use generative artificial intelligence (GAI) technology to produce sexual material involving minors.

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House Bill 769, sponsored by State Rep. Mary Littleton, R-Dickson, makes it a criminal offense to knowingly possess, distribute, or produce technology, software or digital tools designed to create material involving a minor engaged in sexual activity or simulated sexual activity.

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"As GAI technology rapidly advances, it’s crucial we implement criminal penalties to protect our children and show that Tennessee will not tolerate these heinous crimes," said Littleton.

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Predators use certain GAI platforms and technology to take an innocent photograph of a real child to create computer-generated, sexually explicit images and videos, commonly referred to as deepfakes. Proposed penalties for those convicted include a Class E felony offense for possession, a Class C felony offense for distribution and a Class B felony offense for production. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) says it received 4,700 tips in 2023 related to child sexual abuse material (CSAM) generated by GAI, in some cases to extort the families for financial gain. The legislation also provides guidance for how courts or other authorities should determine whether the technology, software or digital tools are designed for creating illegal content involving children. House Bill 769 is expected to be heard in the House Judiciary Committee on April 9.

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Protections for firearm manufacturers move through House

Legislation to further protect Tennessee’s weapon industry from civil liability lawsuits advanced out of the House Civil Justice Subcommittee this week.

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House Bill 873, sponsored by State Rep. Monty Fritts, R-Kingston, aims to protect manufacturers, dealers and sellers of firearms, ammunition and other weapons from out-of-state or foreign lawsuits seeking damages for the criminal misuse of their products.

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“I bring this legislation to protect these companies and the Tennesseans who work in this industry, but it also puts our state in the position to recruit further in the industry as well,” Fritts said.

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This bill expands a law that Fritts championed in 2023 to give these entities the same protections provided by the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA) on the state level, protecting firearm manufacturers and sellers from being held liable for crimes committed with their products. Lawsuits can be brought only if it can be proven that the manufacturer or seller directly caused the harm, like selling a defective product or criminal misconduct. This bill also increases restrictions on local governments to regulate and enforce certain laws and policies related to firearms and ammunition. House Bill 873 is expected to be heard in the House Judiciary Committee on April 9.

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Preservation bill provides protection for Tennessee farms

The House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee this week advanced legislation aimed at protecting Tennessee farmland from development and ensuring its continued use for agricultural purposes.

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House Bill 1325, sponsored by House Majority Leader William Lamberth, R-Portland, and State Rep. Greg Vital, R-Harrison, would establish a $25 million Farmland Preservation Fund to provide grants for property owners who voluntarily place their farm or forestry land into an agricultural easement with the Tennessee Department of Agriculture. The program aims to make farmland preservation financially feasible for family farms, ensuring they remain in agricultural use for future generations. While property owners can already place their land in a conservation easement through various entities, rising land prices provide little incentive to do so. The Farmland Preservation Fund aims to provide this incentive, making it more financially viable for Tennessee farmers to preserve their land.

Participation in the program is entirely voluntary, allowing property owners to receive compensation for the difference between their land’s agricultural value and its highest market value. Farmers who take part in the program would still maintain the freedom to develop their land for agricultural purposes and maintain full farming operations without restrictions on output.

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“A conservation easement does not mean you lose your land; it protects it in perpetuity,” Vital told members of the committee on Tuesday. “You are still able to farm, hunt, fish, mortgage, sell, or build a home on your property. This bill (simply) protects our farmers, reinforces our heritage and bolsters our economy.”

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Tennessee is losing farmland to development at an astounding rate. During a 20-year period from 1997 to 2017, Tennessee lost 1.1 million acres of farmland to development. Since 2017, another 432,941 acres of farmland has been lost. This means Tennessee is losing 9.8 acres of farmland per hour, up from 6.3 acres per hour in the previous two decades. In Tennessee, agriculture-related industries employ 324,000 individuals and contribute $89 billion to the economy. House Bill 1325 is expected to be heard for consideration in the House Government Operations Committee on April 7.

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Bill clarifying protections for mother, baby advances

The House Health Committee advanced legislation this week clarifying Tennessee’s current protections for a pregnant mother if her life or a major bodily function is in danger.

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House Bill 990, sponsored by State Rep. Bryan Terry, R-Murfreesboro, clarifies language in the Human Life Protection Act of 2019 to better define the conditions that allow for medical intervention in order to save the mother’s life. The Human Life Protection Act of 2019 was a conditional trigger law that banned elective abortions in the Volunteer State should the U.S. Supreme Court reverse its decision on Roe v. Wade.

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“I want to be clear that these are not new exceptions, and I do think our Human Life Protection Act covers these conditions, but we want to provide more clarity and reasonable medical judgment still applies,” Terry said.

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Tennessee’s law went into effect in 2022. The Tennessee General Assembly in 2023 passed a law to ensure doctors can intervene in life-threatening situations like ectopic or molar pregnancies. This legislation defines inevitable abortion as a dilation of the cervix prior to viability of the pregnancy, commonly known as preterm labor or cervical insufficiency. It would also include conditions that may cause a serious risk of substantial and irreversible impairment of a major bodily function, which include pre-viable preterm premature rupture of membranes (pPPROM), severe preeclampsia, mirror syndrome associated with fetal hydrops and infections that can result in uterine rupture or loss of fertility. It does not include any condition related to the mother’s mental health. House Bill 990 is expected to be heard on the House floor for a vote in the coming week

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Parental rights: A proposal to protect parental rights in Tennessee advanced in the House this week. House Bill 347, sponsored by State Rep. Chris Hurt, R-Halls, establishes that economic disadvantage cannot be grounds for terminating parental rights. It also clarifies that neglect does not exist solely because of economic disadvantage. House Bill 347 will go to the House Calendar and Rules Committee before heading to the House floor for a final vote.

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State brass band: The House this week approved legislation designating the Southern Stars Symphonic Brass Band as the official brass band of Tennessee. House Bill 1094, filed by House Speaker Cameron Sexton, R-Crossville, and guided in the House by State Rep. Ed Butler, R-Rickman, recognizes Tennessee’s rich music history and the band’s exceptional representation of the Volunteer State on the national stage. The Southern Stars Symphonic Brass Band is based in the Crossville area and is made up of 30 musicians from across the state. House Bill 1094 now heads to Gov. Bill Lee’s desk to be signed into law.

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Child forensic interviews: The General Assembly this week passed House Bill 583, sponsored by State Rep. Clay Doggett, R-Pulaski, to allow a forensic interviewer to authenticate a video recording of a child victim. Under current law, forensic interviews can only be authenticated in court by the child victim, who are often too young and reluctant to testify or simply don’t understand a prosecutor's questions. House Bill 583 now heads to Gov. Bill Lee’s desk to be signed into law.

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Disabled veteran benefits: Legislation to enhance benefits for disabled veterans who reside in Tennessee was approved by the House this week. House Bill 918, sponsored by State Rep. William Slater, R-Gallatin, will provide a temporary hunting license for disabled veterans to be used in hunting experiences sponsored and paid for by not-for-profit organizations. The bill now heads to Gov. Bill Lee’s desk to be signed into law.

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Local public servants: The House on Monday approved legislation protecting the personal information of local government employees in Tennessee. House Bill 66, sponsored by State Rep. Mike Sparks, R-Smyrna, will give local public servants the same protections as state employees by making their home address confidential. Current Tennessee law protects the residential information of state employees, including street address, city, state and zip code. This legislation seeks to provide the same protections for county, municipal and other public employees in Tennessee. The companion version of House Bill 66 is still advancing through the Senate. If passed and signed into law, it would immediately take effect.

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Inhalers in schools: Legislation allowing schools and other public entities to maintain bronchodilator rescue inhalers to respond quickly to asthma-related emergencies has been approved by the Tennessee House of Representatives. House Bill 760, sponsored by State Rep. Tandy Darby, R-Greenfield, permits health care practitioners to prescribe inhalers to authorized entities, such as child care agencies, youth sports leagues and theme parks. These entities must designate an employee to maintain and administer the inhalers when a physician is unavailable. The companion version of House Bill 760 is still advancing through the Senate.

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Biosimilar prescriptions: The Tennessee General Assembly on Monday passed legislation allowing TennCare to use biosimilar drugs as a cost-saving measure. House Bill 1198, sponsored by State Rep. Sabi “Doc” Kumar, R-Springfield, allows health carriers, health benefit plans and utilization review organizations to ask patients to try a biosimilar product before covering the equivalent branded prescription drug. The bill also directs the TennCare pharmacy advisory committee to consider adding biosimilars to the state’s preferred drug list. The bill now heads to Gov. Bill Lee’s desk for his signature.

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Diabetes information: A bill requiring school districts to provide parents with information on Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes is now on its way to the governor’s desk for his signature. Sponsored by State Rep. John Gillespie, R-Memphis, House Bill 515 requires schools that send information about immunizations, infectious diseases, medications or other health topics to also include details about Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. The Tennessee Department of Education will provide this information to schools for free on its website. The bill takes effect upon the governor’s signature.

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Private prison accountability: A Republican proposal to ensure accountability in private prisons in Tennessee advanced in the House this week. House Bill 1144, sponsored by State Rep. Clark Boyd, R-Lebanon, would require ten percent of a private prison’s population to be transferred to a Tennessee Department of Correction (TDOC) prison if the death rate was double that of an equivalent state-operated facility. Population reduction would begin within 90 days of the release of TDOC’s annual statistical abstract. House Bill 1144 has been placed behind the budget for consideration at a later date.

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Social media: The Tennessee House of Representatives on Thursday approved a resolution recognizing the mental health consequences of social media on K-12 students across Tennessee. House Joint Resolution 179, sponsored by State Rep. Mike Sparks, R-Smyrna, encourages additional efforts to address the issue in the Volunteer State. Increased screen time in high school students can cause anxiety, depression, weakened interpersonal skills and low self-esteem, according to the Texas School for the Deaf. House Joint Resolution 179 now heads to the Senate for further consideration.

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Alcohol road deaths: In an effort to protect the privacy of ongoing investigations while providing more tools to investigators of alcohol-related road deaths, the General Assembly this week passed House Bill 604. Sponsored by House Majority Leader William Lamberth, R-Portland, the bill requires law enforcement to submit specific records to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) following alcohol-related road deaths and prevents the TABC from releasing that information. It also grants TABC law enforcement the authority to subpoena evidence and call witnesses when investigating alcohol-related road deaths and other violations. The bill now heads to the governor’s desk for his signature

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SAVE Act: A bill protecting veterans from deceptive benefit claim practices passed the Tennessee General Assembly on March 31. The Safeguarding American Veteran Empowerment (SAVE) Act, sponsored by State Rep. Jerome Moon, R-Maryville, prohibits referral payments without a written agreement and bans charging for services within one year of discharge unless the veteran waives free services. The bill limits compensation to five times the benefit increase if the claim is successful and requires background checks for those handling veterans' personal information. The bill, which would take effect July 1, now heads to the governor’s desk for his signature.

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Prescriptions: The House of Representatives passed legislation this week to ensure Tennesseans with stage four advanced metastatic cancer or blood cancer can access the medication they need. House Bill 858, sponsored by State Rep. Rebecca Alexander, R-Jonesborough, prohibits health insurers from requiring step therapy before covering an approved prescription drug. Step therapy requires a patient to try a cheaper alternative medication before “stepping up” to the next level of medication. The companion bill is still moving through the Senate.

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Boating licenses: The General Assembly has approved legislation to make it easier for Tennesseans to obtain a boating safety certificate. House Bill 530, sponsored by State Rep. Rick Eldridge, R-Morristown, allows citizens to take the boating safety exam online, removing the current in-person proctoring requirement. Tennessee law requires anyone born after Jan. 1, 1989, to have a TWRA-issued or NASBLA-approved boating safety certificate to operate a personal watercraft or motorboat. The bill now heads to Gov. Bill Lee’s desk and will take effect immediately upon his signature.

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School safety: Legislation to ensure parents are aware of threats to their children’s schools was approved by the General Assembly this week. House Bill 1088, filed by House Speaker Cameron Sexton, R-Crossville, and guided in the House by State Rep. Rick Scarbrough, R-Oak Ridge, requires local education agencies to notify parents of credible threats directed toward their child’s school within 48 hours of notifying law enforcement. The bill now heads to Gov. Bill Lee’s desk for his signature.

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Out-of-state illegal immigrant licenses: The House of Representatives this week approved legislation further cracking down on illegal immigration in Tennessee. House Bill 749, sponsored by State Rep. Lee Reeves, R-Franklin, prohibits the recognition of out-of-state driver’s licenses issued explicitly to illegal immigrants with a marking to indicate their status. It also creates a Class B misdemeanor offense for anyone who drives with one, which is the same penalty as driving without a license. The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security would be required to create a public online list of these licenses. The companion version of House Bill 749 is still advancing through the Senate.

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Released time: The House Education Committee advanced a bill seeking to ensure individuals providing off-campus, private religious instruction during the school day through released time are properly vetted. House Bill 1281, sponsored by State Rep. Timothy Hill, R-Blountville, requires anyone holding a position within the independent entity to undergo a criminal history background check with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI). The results must be shared with the independent entity and the local education agency (LEA), which must review them and notify parents if the background check is satisfactory. House Bill 1281 will now go to the House Calendar and Rules Committee before heading to the House floor for a final vote.

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Career technical education: Legislation creating the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Curriculum Fund advanced out of the House Education Committee this week. House Bill 138, by State Rep. Kirk Haston, R-Lobelville, seeks to appropriate $6 million in state funds to support local education agencies and charter schools to secure high-quality CTE curriculum. The funds would be divided evenly and used during the 2025-26 and 2026-27 school years. The Tennessee Department of Education would manage grant administration and reporting requirements. House Bill 138 is expected to be heard in the House Finance, Ways and Means Committee in the coming weeks.

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Elections coordinator: A resolution by State Rep. Tim Rudd, R-Murfreesboro, honoring Tennessee’s elections coordinator was approved by the General Assembly this week. House Joint Resolution 480 honors Tennessee Coordinator of Elections Mark Goins for his service to the Volunteer State and his dedication to ensuring election integrity. Goins has served as elections coordinator since he was appointed by Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett in 2009. He has consistently worked with lawmakers to pass laws ensuring free, fair and secure elections. Tennessee has been ranked No. 1 in election integrity for three consecutive years by the Heritage Foundation Election Integrity Scorecard.

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Crimes of violence: House Bill 579, sponsored by State Rep. Clay Doggett, R-Pulaski, will add robbery to the definition of crime of violence in Tennessee law. Currently rape, aggravated robbery, especially aggravated robbery, any degree of murder, and several other crimes are considered a crime of violence in the Volunteer State. House Bill 579 now heads to the governor’s desk to be signed into law.

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LEGISLATIVE UPDATE MAR 28, 2025

This week marks one of the busiest so far in the General Assembly...
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I hope you are enjoying the spring weather as I am. Here are a few updates from this week at the Tennessee General Assembly:

During Monday’s session on the House Floor, I passed two pieces of legislation. One of those bills would allow someone who lives within 300 feet of a blasting zone to request and receive a free copy of the pre-blast survey that the blasting company is required to do prior to blasting. A constituent in Lebanon brought this issue to me. I hope it will help anyone who has blasting done near their home.
I submitted a budget request to the appropriations committee on behalf of the City of Watertown to complete the revitalization of their rail yard and install a turntable. Watertown Mayor Mike Jennings has been working on this project for years.
On Wednesday, I passed two bills out of the State and Local Government Committee:
- The first was a request from the Lebanon Special School District to expand their Board of Education from 3 to 5 members.
- The second bill focuses on holding private prisons more accountable for the higher death rates found in private prisons compared to state-run prisons.

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I enjoyed visiting with several groups who stopped by this week:

Members of the TN Auctioneering Association
Representatives of Wilson County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
Volunteers from the Wilson County Right to Life organization
Members of the TN Automotive Association

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Special update on the educational testing bill I presented

After presenting my bill last week, I discovered that two of my colleagues also had education bills that reined in standardized testing and addressed a few other important educational issues. We decided to sit down, compare bills, and merge the ideas into one bill moving forward. The new bill number is HB 675 and includes these key components:

Addresses several issues around standardized testing and End of Course Assessments.
Revises RTI2 to limit student screenings to three times per year for K-3 and only for at-risk students in grades 4-8.
Allows students pursuing a CTE focus to substitute CTE-equivalent credits for Algebra II.
Gives LEAs the option to exclude standardized test scores from final grades (9-12) if scores are not received at least five days before the end of the course.
Ensures that students with IEPs receive appropriate accommodations without the accommodations invalidating the test.

My old bill, although currently parked, is still available if needed, but my intention is to put my full force behind HB 675, which I believe accomplishes more.

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Budget becomes central focus in final weeks of session

Members of the House Finance, Ways and Means Committee on Tuesday were briefed by Finance and Administration Commissioner Jim Bryson about Gov. Bill Lee’s $346 million proposed supplemental budget amendment for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The appropriations amendment to the governor’s $59.5 billion budget provides additional funding for infrastructure initiatives, health and social services, tourism and criminal justice. It also provides grants to several faith-based nonprofits, notably to Men of Valor through the Tennessee Department of Correction and $3.5 million to Agape Family Services through the Tennessee Department of Children’s Services. Bryson described the state’s revenue growth as “flat” with slow growth projected next year, but said the proposed budget continues Tennessee’s commitment to fiscal conservatism and builds on the state’s investments in infrastructure and education.

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“We’ve seen growth in our economy, we’ve seen growth in our budget, and it seems to be steady. That’s the good news, but it's steady and that is also the bad news,” Bryson told members of the committee. “It's good (overall) and we’re glad to be where we are.”

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The budget amendment includes $20 million for school safety grants and $10 million for mental health infrastructure in children’s hospitals. Other investments include $25 million for aviation, $37 million for indigent representation in criminal justice courts and victim services. Another $10 million for artificial intelligence will support the state’s efforts to make state government departments more efficient.

The amendment adds an extra $25 million to the Governor’s Response and Recovery Fund, one of two disaster relief funds established during the special session in January, totaling $210 million. The fund provides flexible financial resources after disasters and addresses needs like agricultural losses, unemployment and business recovery without having to wait for federal approval.

The state’s Rainy Day Fund will receive $35.6 million, bringing the total to $2.5 billion.

Key budget allocations for 2025-26 include:

$1.3 billion for transportation, economic development
$740 million new dollars for education
$510 million for health and social services
$170 million for safety and corrections

The House Finance, Ways and Means Committee will thoroughly study the details of Gov. Lee’s proposed budget along with the new additions in the final weeks of session.

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Cracking down on Glock switches, drive-by shootings

A bill seeks to improve public safety in Tennessee by cracking down on machine gun conversion devices and drive-by shootings.

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House Bill 1093, filed by House Speaker Cameron Sexton, R-Crossville, and guided in the House by State Rep. Andrew Farmer, R-Sevierville, will ensure people convicted of aggravated assault involving the discharge of a firearm from a motor vehicle serve 100 percent of their penalty in jail.

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“If you fire and shoot at somebody out of a car and you’re convicted, you are going to be going to jail for 100 percent of that time. Not 30 percent, not 35 percent, not 50 percent. 100 percent,” Farmer said in the House Criminal Justice Subcommittee. “Day after day, you’re going to sit there and think about what you’ve done.”

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The legislation will also add machine gun conversion devices, more commonly referred to as Glock switches, to the definition of a machine gun in state law. Glock switches are already illegal in Tennessee, and this legislation increases the penalty for possessing them from a Class E to a Class C felony. Additionally, the bill prohibits felons in Tennessee from possessing ammunition, mirroring federal law. House Bill 1093 has been placed behind the budget to be considered for funding at a later date

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Cracking down on obstructing roadways

The General Assembly this week passed legislation that will help expedite the completion of road projects in Tennessee. Sponsored by House Majority Leader William Lamberth, R-Portland, and carried by House Transportation Committee Chairman Dan Howell, R-Cleveland, House Bill 1320 builds on the Transportation Modernization Act of 2023, which invested more than $3.3 billion in Tennessee’s infrastructure.
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House Bill 1320 aims to improve the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT)'s use of alternative delivery methods like Design-Build (DB), Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC), and Progressive Design-Build (PDB), which have successfully delivered complex projects. The Transportation Modernization Act of 2023 expanded these methods, making it possible to quickly rebuild bridges following the devastation of Hurricane Helene in September 2024. Currently, CM/GC and PDB proposals are scored independently, leading to irregularities. The bill would allow collaborative scoring to improve evaluations, ensure consistency in selection, and grant TDOT the ability to use these contracts in emergency situations, similar to traditional Design-Bid-Build contracts. House Bill 1320 ensures a high-quality evaluation process and continuity in procedures. The legislation now heads to the governor’s desk for his signature.

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General Assembly confirms two key judicial appointments

Members of the House and Senate on Monday confirmed the appointments of Judge Steven W. Sword and Judge Valerie L. Smith during a joint session of the General Assembly. Gov. Bill Lee in February announced the appointments of Sword to serve on the Court of Criminal Appeals, Eastern Division, and Smith to serve on the Court of Appeals, Western Division. Sword attended King College and law school at the University of Tennessee. He previously served as a Knox County Criminal Court Judge for the 6th Judicial District and was appointed to fill the vacancy left by Judge James C. Witt, Jr., who passed away last year. Smith, who earned her bachelor’s degree and juris doctor from the University of Memphis, previously served as a Circuit Court Judge for the 30th Judicial District in Shelby County. She is filling the vacancy created by Judge Arnold B. Goldin’s retirement.

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Bill provides critical information to school parents

The General Assembly this week passed legislation to ensure parents have vital information about their child’s individual needs to make informed decisions about their education.

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House Bill 861, sponsored by State Rep. Jake McCalmon, R-Franklin, requires school districts across Tennessee to provide parents or guardians a copy of the draft individualized education program (IEP) at least 48 hours before the scheduled meeting to discuss the plan.

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“Parents are in control of their child’s education and they have a right to know the challenges they face and their individualized learning needs,” McCalmon said. “Heavy topics can be discussed during IEP meetings, and this legislation provides parents with vital information in advance so they have a chance to collect their thoughts, take in the information and ensure their child can thrive in school. Tennessee Republicans are committed to expanding parental rights in education because no one knows a student better than their mother, father or guardian.”

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This legislation will require copies of all evaluations and assessments taken for an IEP to be made available within the same 48-hour time frame. Finally, House Bill 861 codifies the current Tennessee State Board of Education rule requiring districts to notify parents or guardians at least ten days before an IEP meeting.

House Bill 861 now heads to Gov. Bill Lee’s desk to be signed into law, when it will immediately take effect.

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Campaign finance reforms move through House

A proposal to reform campaign finance by providing more transparency in online contributions moved through the House this week.

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House Bill 581, sponsored by State Rep. Clay Doggett, R-Pulaski, requires online contribution or campaign donation platforms to register as a vendor with the Tennessee Registry of Elections. It also requires the card verification value (CVV) on credit and debit cards to be used for online contributions.

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“I’ve read some articles over the last two years about some of these online platforms where individuals were showing up as donors … and had no idea that their identity had been used because they never did make these contributions,” Doggett told members of the House Elections and Campaign Finance Subcommittee this week. “Providing transparency is a big part of (this legislation), but also there’s something that’s called smurfing where you can make a contribution under someone else’s name and it makes it a lot easier with online platforms.”

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Vendors will have ten days to submit information regarding any online contributions if the registry investigates a questionable donation. Additionally, using someone else’s credit or debit card to make a political contribution without their knowledge would be considered identity theft if this legislation is approved. Finally, House Bill 581 would place the same limits on online platform contributions that currently exist for contributions from political action committees (PACs). House Bill 581 passed along party lines in the House Elections and Campaign Finance Subcommittee this week and is scheduled to be heard for consideration in the House State and Local Government Committee on April 2.

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Bill expands Tennessee Promise completion grants

A proposal to encourage more Tennessee students to earn college degrees advanced in the House this week.

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House Bill 148, sponsored by State Rep. Mark White, R-Memphis, will make permanent the Tennessee Promise Completion Grant pilot program and allow students to receive up to $1,000 per semester to ensure they can cover unforeseen financial burdens to complete their educational journey.

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“A lot of the young people, as we know, they have a lot of challenges sometimes and you get started in a trade school or community college and then you’re not able to finish,” White said. “What this does is (create) a fund where up to $1,000 per semester can be used to take care of things that may keep them from completing. It could be a broken-down car, flat tire, engine out or things of that nature.”

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House Bill 148 will create the Tennessee Promise Completion Grant Special Account, allowing the Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) to award funds to eligible students. The Tennessee General Assembly in 2014 created the Tennessee Promise scholarship program, ensuring all students in the Volunteer State can attend any community college or Tennessee College of Applied Technology in the state tuition and mandatory-fee-free. Republican lawmakers in 2021 expanded the program to provide students who experience financial hardship with completion grants. More than $2 million in completion grants have been awarded to students across Tennessee since the pilot program’s inception. The legislation is scheduled to be heard for consideration in the House Finance, Ways and Means Subcommittee on April 2.

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Creating state penalties for illegal immigrants

The House Departments and Agencies Subcommittee this week advanced legislation to further combat illegal immigration in the Volunteer State.

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House Bill 177, sponsored by State Rep. Lee Reeves, R-Franklin, creates a criminal offense for those illegally present in the state and establishes procedures for deportation.

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“This bill is a measured, responsible step towards protecting Tennessee communities, enforcing the rule of law and demagnetizing our state (from) illegal immigration,” Reeves said.

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The bill states that a person who is not lawfully in the United States and enters or remains in Tennessee would be committing a Class B misdemeanor offense on first violation and Class E felony offense on subsequent violations. Individuals charged with violating this law would be ordered to leave the state within 72 hours. If convicted, they have 72 hours after the completion of their sentence to leave the state. House Bill 177 is considered a trigger law, opposing the Arizona v. United States decision that barred states from criminally penalizing illegal immigrants. It would only go into effect if the decision is overturned or adjusted, a similar state law is enforceable for 60 days without legal challenge, or a U.S. constitutional amendment allows states to enforce or regulate immigration.

The bill is expected to be heard in the House State and Local Government Committee on April 2

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Bill reduces high school testing requirements

Legislation seeking to update the state’s high school assessment system to focus on college readiness exams advanced out of the House K-12 Subcommittee this week.

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House Bill 91, sponsored by State Rep. Kirk Haston, R-Lobelville, removes all end-of-course (EOC) assessments except for science for students in grades 9-12 and replaces them with postsecondary readiness exams like the PreACT and ACT.

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“This bill reduces unnecessary testing that is not connected to student scholarships or college requirements, while adding a much-needed focus on ACT test preparation and success,” Haston said.

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In 2024, Tennessee’s average composite ACT score was down nearly one point from the state’s record-breaking score in 2018. By reducing EOC exams, schools can administer the PreACT in 9th and 10th grade before students take the ACT in 11th grade. The science end-of-course exam will remain in place due to the ACT’s plans to eliminate that portion of its examination. Student performance on the PreACT and ACT will be used for accountability purposes, such as evaluating student, teacher and school success. If approved by the General Assembly, the Tennessee Department of Education must request approval from the United States Department of Education to change the state’s Every Student Succeeds Act plan by Jan. 1, 2026. House Bill 91 is expected to be heard in the House Education Committee on April 1.

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House approves adding internet safety to state curriculum

Legislation that ensures Tennessee students have the tools they need to stay safe on the internet was approved by the House of Representatives this week.

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The Teen Social Media and Internet Safety Act, sponsored by State Rep. Aron Maberry, R-Clarksville, requires public and charter schools to provide social media and internet safety lessons for students in grades 6-12. Lessons would be taught during the student’s health or gym classes.

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“I’ve spent decades working with school-aged children, and I have found that many students are unaware of the necessary safety measures for social media and the internet,” Maberry said. “While we can’t always control dangers online, we can ensure our students are equipped with the skills to stay safe.”

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A 2023 report from the U.S. Surgeon General stated that up to 95% of teens ages 13-17 use social media platforms, with 64% reporting being often or sometimes exposed to hate content online. Curriculum must cover topics such as time management, mental health effects, privacy, cyberbullying, online safety and the impacts of artificial intelligence and misinformation. Parents can excuse their child from part or all of the lessons by providing a written request to the school’s principal and those students would be assigned an alternative assignment. House Bill 825 also prohibits students from accessing social media on the school’s internet unless it is authorized by a teacher for educational purposes beginning in the 2025-26 school year. The Teen Social Media and Internet Safety Act is still moving through the Senate. If passed and signed into law, the curriculum would be implemented in the 2026-27 school year

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Streamlined juvenile court record management system passes

The Tennessee House of Representatives this week approved legislation to streamline data collection for juvenile cases and provide transparency in certain school shooting incidents in Tennessee.

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House Bill 1038, sponsored by House Majority Whip Johnny Garrett, R-Goodlettsville, will transition all juvenile courts in Tennessee to a modern statewide management system that will provide consistent data on juvenile cases. Juvenile court clerks in Tennessee are required to report certain information to the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) each month.

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“The purpose of the legislation is so we know what’s happening in Knox County, in Shelby County, we know what’s happening in Sumner County or any other county that is on this system all throughout Tennessee,” Garrett said.

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Lawmakers in 2021 allocated $1.5 million for the AOC to develop and implement a statewide juvenile case management system. House Bill 1038 will also require the release of juvenile court records, including medical reports and psychological evaluations, of a school shooter if the person is deceased. This would make public the records of the individual who murdered an innocent student at Antioch High School in January, providing the General Assembly with necessary information on how to prevent another horrific incident like this from happening again in Tennessee. The companion version of House Bill 1038 was approved in the Senate on March 3.

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House moves forward with property tax amendment proposal

A proposed constitutional amendment could permanently ban a state property tax from ever being implemented in Tennessee.

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House Joint Resolution 2, sponsored by State Rep. Tandy Darby, R-Greenfield, proposes an amendment to the Tennessee State Constitution to prohibit the state from levying or authorizing property taxes. Local governments will still have the authority to impose property taxes.

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"This amendment ensures that the state cannot impose property taxes again, putting taxpayers’ interests first and reinforcing local control," said Darby.

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This proposed change aims to limit state-level property taxation and clarify that the state cannot interfere with local tax rates. Upon passage, Tennessee voters will decide on the measure in the November 2026 general election. The Tennessee General Assembly abolished the state property tax in 1949. Since then, the state has relied on sales tax as its primary source of revenue. House Joint Resolution 2 is expected to be heard for consideration in the House Finance, Ways and Means Committee on April 2.

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Lawmakers celebrate Tennessee’s outdoor heritage

Lawmakers on Tuesday got outside to celebrate the Volunteer State’s incredible resources, thriving tourism industry and plethora of recreational activities during the first-ever Outdoors Day on the Hill. The event was organized by the Tennessee Outdoors Partnership and highlighted several organizations and state agencies for the work they do to promote and preserve the unparalleled beauty of Tennessee. Legislators participated in an archery contest put on by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA). Outdoor recreation generates $12 billion in economic impact in Tennessee and employs more than 100,000 Tennesseans. Republicans in the General Assembly are committed to further preserving and investing in Tennessee’s outdoor heritage for future generations to enjoy.

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Protecting Second Amendment rights

Two bills aimed at expanding and clarifying firearm carry laws in Tennessee are advancing in the House.

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House Bill 1189, sponsored by State Rep. Rusty Grills, R-Newbern, seeks to rename concealed and enhanced handgun carry permits to concealed and enhanced firearm carry permits. The change would allow permit holders to carry any firearm they legally own or possess instead of just handguns. The bill permits individuals with valid out-of-state firearm or handgun permits to carry firearms in Tennessee in the same manner as local permit holders. If passed, all valid handgun carry permits will automatically be recognized as firearm carry permits by July 1 without requiring reissuance by the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security.

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"All life has value and that life has rights granted to us when we were born into this great country of America," Grills said. "The Second Amendment was given to us by our Founding Fathers to protect us from government infringement on those rights."

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House Bill 478, sponsored by State Rep. Ed Butler, R-Rickman, amends Tennessee’s firearm regulations by clarifying that a person does not commit an offense if they carry a firearm into a prohibited area if they immediately comply with a request to leave the property or lawfully store the firearm in a personal vehicle. This exception provides clarity and protection for firearm carriers while balancing property access policies. House Bill 1189 and House Bill 478 will be heard in the House Judiciary Committee on April 2.

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Domestic violence: A proposal to reduce cases of domestic violence in Tennessee advanced out of the House Criminal Justice Subcommittee this week. House Bill 661, sponsored by State Rep. Mark White, R-Memphis, will require judges to direct a defendant to complete a minimum 26-week batterer’s intervention program if available within the county as part of alternative sentencing. The program must be certified by the Tennessee Domestic Violence State Coordinating Council and paid for by the defendant, if possible. The legislation seeks to reduce the number of repeat domestic violence offenders by addressing the root cause behind an offender’s actions. House Bill 661 is scheduled to be heard for consideration in the House Judiciary Committee on April 2.

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Speed limits: A bill allowing counties to lower speed limits on county-maintained roads now heads to the governor’s desk for his signature. House Bill 975, sponsored by State Rep. Jeff Burkhart, R-Clarksville, gives county commissions the authority to allow the chief officer of a county highway department to set speed limits as long as an engineer conducts the necessary studies. The bill aims to reduce accidents by streamlining the process, cutting red tape and requiring signs to notify drivers of changes.

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Safe Haven Law: Legislation adding Safe Haven Law instruction in Tennessee schools was approved by the General Assembly this week. House Bill 368, sponsored by State Rep. Tom Stinnett, R-Friendsville, requires public schools serving grades 9-12 to educate students about the state’s protections for parents in crisis who need to legally surrender their newborn. The legislation encourages a partnership with A Secret Place for Newborns of Tennessee to help create the educational materials. Curriculum is expected to be distributed to school districts and charter schools before the 2026-27 school year. The bill now heads to Gov. Bill Lee’s desk for his signature.

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Food cottage law: A bill that allows farmers and small producers to sell homemade goods from their poultry and dairy farms is moving through the House of Representatives. House Bill 130, sponsored by State Rep. Michele Reneau, R-Signal Mountain, expands the Food Freedom Act passed in 2022. Current state law allows items like bread, candies, honey, jams and pastries to be sold. If passed, this bill would allow the sale of items like eggs and pasteurized milk. House Bill 130 is expected to be heard in the House Agricultural and Natural Resources Committee on April 1.

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Emergency orders: The Tennessee General Assembly on Monday passed legislation strengthening safeguards related to the governor’s emergency powers. House Bill 324, sponsored by State Rep. Rusty Grills, R-Newbern, ensures executive orders and rules issued during emergencies cannot override the Tennessee State Constitution. It limits the governor’s ability to suspend laws or regulations during an emergency to 45 days. The bill now heads to the governor’s desk for his signature.

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Expanding mental health care: The General Assembly has approved legislation to encourage health care provider participation in the Psychiatric Collaborative Care Model (PCCM), where a primary care provider works with a care manager and psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner to provide integrated care for mental health and substance use disorders. House Bill 654, sponsored by State Rep. Tim Hicks, R-Gray, requires health insurance plans that offer mental health and substance abuse services to include coverage for PCCM. An insurance company can deny coverage if the treatment is deemed not medically necessary. House Bill 654 now heads to Gov. Bill Lee’s desk for his signature and will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2026.

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Diabetes Awareness Month: The General Assembly has designated November as Diabetes Awareness Month in Tennessee. House Bill 363, spearheaded by State Rep. Lee Reeves, R-Franklin, aims to recognize individuals with diabetes, bring attention to the condition and educate the public on its symptoms. A 2025 state report reveals more than 812,000 Tennesseans, or 14.6 percent of the adult population, have diabetes while another 795,000 adults, or 14.3 percent of the adult population, are diagnosed with prediabetes. National statistics from the same report show 8.7 million people are living with diabetes and don’t know it. The bill now heads to Gov. Bill Lee’s desk for his signature.

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Foreign land purchases: The House of Representatives approved legislation this week to ensure the state has a record of land owned by foreign companies. House Bill 219, sponsored by State Rep. Jay Reedy, R-Erin, requires all foreign land purchases in the Volunteer State to be reported to the Tennessee Department of Agriculture. It enforces a civil penalty of 25 percent of the property value for failing to comply. This bill expands on a law passed in 2024 banning foreign adversaries from purchasing or acquiring land in the state, unless certain conditions are met. More than 422,000 acres of agricultural land out of 26.3 million in Tennessee is owned by foreign parties, according to a 2021 report. The companion version of House Bill 219 is still moving through the Senate.

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Veteran designation: The Tennessee General Assembly this week approved House Bill 790 to allow honorably discharged National Guard members to add a veteran designation to their driver’s licenses. State Rep. Greg Vital, R-Harrison, sponsored the bill, which expands the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security’s ability to accept National Guard separation records in addition to the DD-214 form to verify military service. Veterans of the United States armed forces, including the Air Force, Army, Marines, Navy, Coast Guard, and Space Force who have been honorably discharged, may already receive the designation on their license. The designation provides proof of service and could allow access to certain discounts and benefits. The bill now heads to the governor’s desk for his signature.

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Consumer protection: Legislation protecting consumers from unfair billing practices when terminating contracts for services like phone, cable, internet, and broadband now heads to the governor’s desk. House Bill 141, sponsored by State Rep. Michael Hale, R-Smithville, prevents service providers from billing for a subsequent cycle if the contract ends during the first half of a billing cycle. If a contract is terminated in the second half, providers can bill for the remaining cycle and one additional cycle. The bill imposes penalties on violators under the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977.

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Foreign investments: The Tennessee House of Representatives on Monday passed legislation protecting state investments from foreign adversaries, including the Chinese Communist Party. House Bill 805, sponsored by State Rep. Rusty Grills, R-Newbern, directs the Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System and local pension plans to review investments annually and identify holdings in "restricted entities." If any are found, the state treasurer and local leaders must sell those assets by Dec. 31 or submit a divestment plan by July 1. The bill protects officials from legal liability during the divestment process. The companion version of House Bill 805 is still advancing through the Senate.

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Student athletic eligibility: Legislation allowing virtual school students to try out for athletic teams at local public schools now heads to the governor’s desk. House Bill 355, sponsored by State Rep. Dennis Powers, R-Jacksboro, ensures virtual students have the same opportunities as their peers in traditional schools but does not guarantee team selection. It requires schools in athletic organizations to allow virtual students to participate and mandates that schools outside those organizations permit participation for zoned virtual students.

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State Rep. Kevin Raper, R-Cleveland, returned to the General Assembly on Thursday following a successful liver transplant in February. He has experienced a rapid recovery that doctors say is well ahead of schedule, with his new liver operating at full function and no signs of rejection.

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LEGISLATIVE UPDATE MAR 21, 2025

This week marks one of the busiest so far in the General Assembly...
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I presented several of my own bills in various committees. Plus, in my own committee, the Business & Utilities Subcommittee, we worked through a long calendar of bills and concluded our business for the year. More of my legislation passed through the committee process. One of my bills, which seeks to reduce the amount of testing in schools, passed through a subcommittee this week and is on its way to the Education Committee. I believe some standardized testing can be useful, but feel the amount of standardized tests has become a bit excessive and can crowd out the true instructional time needed to educate our children. I hope this bill will make some positive changes in that regard. As usual, various advocacy groups and constituents came by my office. One of those groups included the Tennessee Broadband Association. This meeting was particularly meaningful because one of my legislative initiatives since becoming a State Representative is getting statewide broadband access--especially in those hard-to-serve areas. I enjoyed eating lunch and speaking with folks who are working to bring broadband internet access across the state. I also visited with Houston Neal and Jacob Harrison from the Young Cattleman's Leadership program. They talked with me about issues involving farmland and the beef cattle industry.

Logan Cowan, a senior at Lebanon High School, spent the day with me Tuesday, shadowing my activities and meetings. He’s an impressive young man planning to major in Political Science at Cumberland University.

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Lawmakers celebrate Tennessee’s agricultural heritage

Lawmakers were joined by farmers and exhibitors from across the Volunteer State to celebrate Tennessee’s agricultural heritage at the Capitol in Nashville this week. Tennessee’s annual Ag Day on the Hill featured a variety of events, including a corn-shelling contest between state legislators, judicial members and state executive leadership. “A strong agricultural industry is vital to the Volunteer State’s success,” House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee Chairman Chris Todd, R-Madison County, and House Agriculture and Natural Resources Subcommittee Chairman Rusty Grills, R-Newbern, said in a joint statement. “Ag Day on the Hill is a time when we put politics aside to celebrate farmers across Tennessee, who play a tremendous role in driving – and feeding – the American economy while providing national security through food security." ~ ~ ~The event was held on National Agriculture Day, which recognizes the role of farmers and the agriculture community in America’s success. Tennessee’s agriculture and forestry industries employ hundreds of thousands of Tennesseans and contribute more than $81 billion to the state’s economy every year

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Tennessee Public School Accountability Act advances

A proposal seeks to overhaul Memphis-Shelby County Schools to improve student academic outcomes and college readiness. The Tennessee Public School Accountability Act, introduced by State Rep. Mark White, R-Memphis, will authorize the creation of an oversight committee to assist the Memphis-Shelby County School Board in addressing areas of insufficient performance within the district.
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“Administrative mismanagement and inefficiency have created an atmosphere that is no longer focused on the student in Memphis-Shelby County Schools, This is the largest school district in Tennessee and should be the gold standard of quality education in our state and nation. Shelby County residents and local leaders have expressed serious concerns about the consequences of continuing with the status quo. Children in our community deserve better, but there is no unified plan to get back on track. This bill will provide an avenue for an appointed board composed of Memphis and Shelby County experts to boost achievement and college and career readiness.” White said.
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White’s proposal ensures the local education agency is meeting the needs of the students in Shelby County and efficiently utilizing its budget, which totaled $1.8 billion in the 2024-25 school year. Dozens of schools in the MSCS system received D or F grades in the 2023-24 school year, and the district has continuously underperformed in recent decades. The current MSCS school board would continue to serve in an advisory capacity under House Bill 662, but the oversight board would have final decision-making authority. The Shelby County Commission in mid-January approved a no-confidence resolution against the MSCS school board, citing student outcomes and the trajectory of the district. House Bill 662 advanced out of the House K-12 Subcommittee on March 18 and is scheduled to be heard for consideration in the House Education Committee on March 25.

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Bill creates offense of human smuggling, harboring illegals

A proposal to improve public safety in Tennessee by cracking down on human smuggling and illegal immigration advanced in the House this week.
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House Bill 322, sponsored by State Rep. Chris Todd, R-Madison County, will create the Class E felony offense of human smuggling, which includes encouraging or inducing someone to enter or remain in Tennessee by concealing, harboring or shielding them from detection. The offense would also include transporting one or more persons for commercial advantage or private financial gain while intending to conceal them. The bill creates the Class A felony offense of aggravated human smuggling when a victim is less than 13 years old.
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“President Joe Biden failed the American people for four years when he opened our border and allowed millions of illegal immigrants to move throughout our nation,” Todd said. “Not only has his dereliction of duty placed an immense financial and public safety burden on states, but it also helped fuel a heartbreaking human smuggling and trafficking crisis affecting men, women and children. This legislation will improve public safety in Tennessee by protecting victims, prosecuting the evil people driving the multi-billion dollar industry and holding people accountable for harboring illegal immigrants.”
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House Bill 322 will make it a Class A misdemeanor to harbor or assist someone in harboring a known illegal immigrant in Tennessee, punishable by $1,000 for each harbored person. The bill also adds promoting the prostitution of a minor to the criminal offense of human trafficking. Finally, House Bill 322 permits the Tennessee Attorney General to bring action against any person or organization believed to be committing a human trafficking offense in the Volunteer State. Human smuggling is a multi-billion-dollar industry that serves as a “gateway crime” for illegal immigration, gang activity, financial fraud and terrorism, according to United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). House Bill 322 is scheduled to be heard for consideration in the House Judiciary Committee on March 26

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Tennessee Professionals’ Freedom of Religion Act advances

Legislation promoting religious freedom in the Volunteer State advanced out of the House Business and Utilities Subcommittee this week.
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The Tennessee Professionals’ Freedom of Religion Act, or House Bill 470, by State Rep. Tim Rudd, R-Murfreesboro, will prohibit government entities and accrediting, certifying or licensing bodies from denying, revoking or suspending someone’s professional or business license based on the lawful expression of their religious beliefs outside of their profession. “I’m all for a code of ethics inside the association so that you treat all customers (respectfully),” Rudd told committee members this week. “But what you say and do, and your convictions outside of the association, should not be held against you.” House Bill 470 also prohibits those entities from otherwise penalizing, disadvantaging or discriminating against a Tennessean who holds a professional business license because of the expression of religious beliefs concerning marriage, sexuality or family outside of work. The legislation is scheduled to be considered in the House Commerce Committee on March 26.

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Advocating for victims of Hurricane Helene

The House Departments and Agencies Subcommittee this week advanced legislation to provide $100 million to Hurricane Helene victims in Northeast Tennessee. State Rep. Timothy Hill, R-Blountville, has proposed the Hurricane Helene Rapid Response Act creating two funds to assist local governments and citizens in impacted counties.
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“We took a tremendous first step during special session to help our communities in upper East Tennessee, and this bill seeks to expand that,” Hill said. “I’m working with the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) every week to try to reach a solution that’s appropriate and provides relief to our citizens who were devastated by Helene.”
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The General Assembly recently approved more than $450 million in direct disaster relief and to prepare for future disasters. Multiple grant funds were established to help stabilize local finances while creating an avenue for the state to provide immediate disaster relief in the future. The Hurricane Helene County Relief Fund would initially receive $50 million in state funds, with the potential for future funding. Receiving counties must use the funds for infrastructure, property repairs, remediation and general recovery efforts. They also have to keep a record of fund disbursements for audit purposes.
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The Tennessee Department of Finance and Administration would distribute grants to these impacted counties:
• Johnson, Unicoi, Washington and Cocke counties: $7.5 million each
• Carter County: $10 million
• Greene County: $6 million
• Hamblen County: $2 million
• Sullivan and Hawkins counties: $1 million each
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The Hurricane Helene Rapid Response Fund would benefit citizens and their personal recovery efforts. Individuals must be residents of impacted counties and meet certain criteria. Citizens would apply on an online portal created by TEMA, which would be the agency responsible for administering the grants. The General Assembly must approve the funds in the 2025-26 state budget. House Bill 1278 is expected to be heard in the House State and Local Government Committee on March 26.

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Combating food insecurity on Tennessee campuses

State Rep. Michael Hale, R-Smithville, has introduced House Bill 7 to create a hunger-free campus grant program for higher education institutions.
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To qualify for the grant, schools must have a food pantry or partner with a community pantry and create a “Hunger Task Force” consisting of at least two students.
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"This bill ensures that no student has to choose between their education and having enough to eat,” Hale said. “By providing resources and support, we can eliminate food insecurity and help students focus on their studies.”
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The grants will support initiatives like meal credit donations, meal vouchers and financial aid for food pantries. Schools will raise awareness about available resources. Institutions would be required to submit an annual report to the House Education Administration Subcommittee detailing their efforts and best practices. A Tennessee Higher Education Commission report estimates that 30% of students face food insecurity. House Bill 7 will be heard in the House Education Committee on March 25.

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Honoring forgotten Statehouse laborers

House Republican Caucus Chairman Jeremy Faison, R-Cosby, is leading a bipartisan effort to honor prison laborers, enslaved workers and others who helped build the Tennessee State Capitol in Nashville.
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House Joint Resolution 318 urges Gov. Bill Lee and the State Capitol Commission to name a new entrance to Motlow Tunnel leading to the Capitol building as the “Heritage Gateway Entrance.” It calls for a monument or plaque to be erected bearing the known names of these individuals at the entrance.
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“For two centuries, our state’s most treasured landmark has stood strong as a symbol of struggle, resilience and transformation,” Faison said. “This is an appropriate way to express our gratitude and pay our respects to those skilled individuals from all backgrounds who contributed to the beauty and solid foundation of our Statehouse.”
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Construction on the Tennessee State Capitol, designed by William Strickland, began in 1845 and was completed in 1859. It was built from solid limestone quarried directly from the site. The workers included 15 African American slaves who quarried limestone, an unknown number of prison laborers who performed masonry work, immigrant stonemasons (12 Irishmen, five Germans, and one Frenchman), and 52 stonecutters. Among the 52 stonecutters, five were identified as African American; eight had Irish surnames, five were German or Prussian, and 17 were believed to be from the British Isles.

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Bill regulates disposal of camping property on highways

State Rep. Tom Leatherwood, R-Arlington, has introduced House Bill 197 to regulate the collection, storage and disposal of personal property left on state highways, including shoulders, under bridges and in underpasses. It requires the Tennessee Department of Transportation to work with local law enforcement, homelessness service providers and other community organizations to develop a policy on these issues.
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The bill requires a 72-hour notice before removing property, ensures secure storage for up to 90 days and establishes procedures for individuals to reclaim their belongings. It also requires the immediate disposal of hazardous items, including trash, perishable food and abandoned property.
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The General Assembly in 2022 passed legislation that made camping along controlled-access highways or on entrance and exit ramps a Class C misdemeanor, punishable by a $50 fine and community service. The law also expanded the Equal Access to Public Property Act of 2012, making unauthorized camping on state-owned property a Class E felony. House Bill 197 will be heard in the House Transportation Committee on March 25.

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Combating antisemitism in schools

A proposal advancing in the House aims to protect Jewish students and employees from discrimination and harassment at K-12 schools, colleges and universities.
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House Bill 1188, sponsored by State Rep. Rusty Grills, R-Newbern, treats antisemitic harassment the same as racial discrimination.
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Key highlights:
● Requires schools to define antisemitism in their codes of conduct, provide awareness training and encourage the inclusion of Jewish-American heritage in curricula.
● Requires each K-12 school and public higher education institution to designate a “Title VI Coordinator” to monitor incidents, investigate complaints and submit an annual report.
● Clarifies that criticism of Israel is not antisemitic unless it leads to discrimination and ensures it does not infringe on First Amendment rights or conflict with existing laws.
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“Antisemitism has no place in our schools or communities,” Grills said. “This legislation ensures Jewish students and employees are protected and that public institutions take proactive steps to address this issue.”
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A 2024 Gallup poll shows 81% of Americans now view antisemitism as a serious issue, up from 57% two decades ago. House Bill 1188 will be heard in the House Education Committee on March 25.

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Fentanyl protections: A proposal to protect Tennessee children from the dangers of fentanyl was approved by the House this week. House Bill 751, sponsored by House Republican Caucus Chairman Jeremy Faison, R-Cosby, will enhance the penalty to a Class E felony for knowingly placing a child in danger of death or injury by possessing any amount of fentanyl or its derivatives in their presence. It would a Class B felony if the child exposed to the dangerous drug is under eight years old. Poison centers in the United States managed 539 cases of children under six years old being exposed to fentanyl in 2023, an increase from 10 cases in 2016, according to America’s Poison Centers. The companion version of House Bill 751 is still advancing through the Senate.
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Protecting victims of abuse: A proposal to protect victims of child sexual abuse advanced out of the House Criminal Justice Subcommittee this week. House Bill 973, sponsored by State Rep. Jake McCalmon, R-Franklin, will extend the statute of limitations for certain child sex abuse offenses from 25 to 30 years after a victim’s 18th birthday. The legislation, which also extends the statute of limitations from 15 to 30 years for civil actions, applies to crimes committed after July 1, 2025. House Bill 973 is scheduled to be heard for consideration in the House Judiciary Committee on March 26.
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Rideshare drivers: The General Assembly approved legislation protecting citizens from fake taxi and rideshare drivers across the Volunteer State. House Bill 786, sponsored by State Rep. Elaine Davis, R-Knoxville, creates a Class B misdemeanor for criminal impersonation of a taxi or rideshare driver and increases the penalty to a Class E felony if the impersonation occurs during the commission of a separate felony. If convicted, offenders face up to six months in jail and a $500 fine. House Bill 786 now heads to Gov. Bill Lee’s desk for his signature.
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Disabled veteran placards: Legislation creating a disabled veteran placard was approved by the General Assembly this week. House Bill 1350, sponsored by State Rep. Mary Littleton, R-Dickson, allows qualifying veterans to choose between a distinguishing license plate or placard at no cost. If a veteran already has the license plate, they are able to purchase a placard separately. This provides flexibility for veterans who are often in different vehicles to still have their parking privileges. House Bill 1350 now heads to Gov. Bill Lee’s desk for his signature. It will take effect July 1, 2026.
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Public health communications: The General Assembly approved legislation seeking to restore public trust in health messaging this week. The Restore Trust in Public Health Messaging Act, sponsored by State Rep. Susan Lynn, R-Mt. Juliet, requires local and state health departments to ensure all public health messaging about FDA-regulated products is consistent with the FDA-approved or authorized labels. It also establishes penalties for those who do not comply. House Bill 1157 now heads to Gov. Bill Lee’s desk to be signed into law.
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Month of prayer and fasting: The House of Representatives has designated July as a voluntary, annual period of statewide prayer and fasting across the Volunteer State. House Joint Resolution 51, sponsored by State Rep. Monty Fritts, R-Kingston, encourages citizens who are spiritually inclined to join in a time of prayer and intermittent fasting from July 1 to July 31 each year. The resolution seeks God’s hand of mercy and healing due to the increase in violence, drug addiction and family breakdowns in many Tennessee homes and beyond. House Joint Resolution 51 now heads to the Senate for a vote.
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Immunity protections: Legislation to expand Tennessee’s Good Samaritan Law advanced out of the House Criminal Justice Subcommittee this week. House Bill 995, by State Rep. Iris Rudder, R-Winchester, provides the same immunity protections for alcohol overdoses as it does for drug overdoses. The law is designed to encourage people to seek medical attention for themselves or others without fear of prosecution. An estimated 2,200 people in the United States die every year from alcohol overdoses, according to the National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics. House Bill 995 is expected to be heard in the House Judiciary Committee on March 26.
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Reckless endangerment: The House Criminal Justice Subcommittee this week advanced legislation to make the penalties for firing into a vehicle the same as a residence. House Bill 468, sponsored by State Rep. Lee Reeves, R-Franklin, increases the penalty from a Class E felony to a Class C felony if the vehicle is occupied and a Class D felony if it’s unoccupied. These penalties can be enhanced if there are any aggravating factors or if it was in the commission of another crime. House Bill 468 is expected to be heard in the House Judiciary Committee on March 26.
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Animal fighting: Legislation to combat animal fighting in Tennessee advanced out of the H . . .ouse Criminal Justice Committee this week. House Bill 540, sponsored by State Rep. John Crawford, R-Bristol/Kingsport, expands the definition of racketeering activity under Tennessee’s Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organization (RICO) Act of 1989 to include animal fighting. The bill makes it a criminal offense to commit, conspire to commit or assist in animal fighting as well as to coerce or intimidate others to participate in such activities. House Bill 540 is scheduled to be heard in the House Judiciary Committee on March 26.
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Sober living homes: A new bill allows local governments to regulate sober living homes for people recovering from alcohol, drug or substance abuse, as long as the rules abide by federal housing laws. House Bill 783, sponsored by State Rep. Greg Martin, R-Hixson, lets local governments require these homes to be at least 1,000 feet from schools, preschools or daycare centers. It also mandates that operators get a referral from a licensed health care provider before accepting new residents. The goal of the legislation is to support recovery while addressing community concerns. House Bill 783 will be heard in the House State and Local Government Committee on March 26.
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Sexual Assault Response Teams: State Rep. John Gillespie, R-Memphis, has introduced House Bill 696 to establish a statewide Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) coordinator. The coordinator will provide training, support and oversight for local SARTs to ensure effective responses to sexual assault cases. They will also be responsible for submitting an annual report on the program’s progress, training efforts and effectiveness in responding to sexual assault. The bill builds on the 2023 Sexual Assault Response Team Act, which requires local law enforcement agencies to form SARTs for adult victims. The SART coordinator will work with the Tennessee Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence. Several other states have SART coordinators to improve coordination and response to sexual assault cases. House Bill 696 will be heard in the House Judiciary Committee on March 26.
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Preserving history: The House State and Local Government Committee on March 26 is expected to consider legislation protecting historic seals in Tennessee. Sponsored by State Rep. David Wright, R-Corryton, House Bill 1071 designates any seal on public property honoring a historic conflict, figure, event, or entity as a memorial, granting it protection under the Tennessee Heritage Protection Act. The legislation seeks to recognize and safeguard Tennessee’s rich history.
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Public safety fund: In an effort to provide more resources for public safety, Assistant Majority Leader Mark Cochran, R-Englewood, is sponsoring legislation that allows counties to create a public safety fund for the District Attorney General’s Conference (DAGC), much like the existing one for public defenders. House Bill 547 requires revenue for the fund to be provided through a $12.50 charge for every felony and misdemeanor court cost bill. The fund would be used as an additional revenue stream for the district attorneys to carry out their work to prosecute criminals. House Bill 547 is expected to be heard for consideration in the House Finance Ways and Means Subcommittee on March 26.
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Government efficiency: The House Government Operations Committee this week advanced House Bill 1330, which seeks to establish the Less is More Act of 2025. Sponsored by House Majority Leader William Lamberth, R-Portland, and carried by State Rep. Justin Lafferty, R-Knoxville, this bill makes various changes to regulatory boards and groups to cut red tape and limit government involvement. The Less is More Act will eliminate licensure barriers, amend provisions to board appointments, allow for electronic meetings, introduce a variety of cost savings, and more. House Bill 1330 moves to House Finance, Ways and Means Committee for further consideration.
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Disabled veteran benefits: Legislation to enhance benefits for disabled veterans who reside in Tennessee was approved by the House Agriculture and Natural Resources Subcommittee this week. House Bill 918, sponsored by State Rep. William Slater, R Gallatin, will provide a temporary hunting license for disabled veterans to be used in hunting experiences sponsored and paid for by not-for-profit organizations. The legislation is scheduled to be heard for consideration in the House Agriculture Committee on March 25.

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LEGISLATIVE UPDATE MAR 14, 2025

One of the greatest joys of serving as your State Representative comes when I can directly help a local family. That occurred this week…

I felt privileged to introduce legislation that holds private prisons more accountable for their high death rates (higher than State prisons). I worked on this legislation with my friend Tim Leeper from Lebanon. Tim's son tragically lost his life while imprisoned at the privately-owned Trousdale Correctional Facility. I passed two bills on the House Floor. Both will play a role in setting up Tennessee to be a leader in nuclear energy in the coming years. (HB1133) (HB1143). Another highlight occurred when the Southern States Energy Board appointed me to their Board. I met with a member of their organization to discuss my responsibilities as a member.

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As I’ve shared before, I love getting to meet with constituents! This week, I enjoyed meeting with the following groups:

Centerstone TN
Girl Scout Troop 903
Home Builders Association of Tennessee
TN Hemophilia and Bleeding Disorder Foundation
Wilson County Farm Bureau
Wilson County Firefighters Association

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