TN HB0311The Autism Spectrum Online Protection Act aims to enhance protections for individuals with autism when they are online. It proposes amendments to several sections of Tennessee law to address issues related to autism and online interactions. The bill is sponsored by Representative Tandy Darby and is currently in the introduction phase.
Supporters of the Autism Spectrum Online Protection Act would argue that it is a crucial step in safeguarding individuals with autism from online dangers and ensuring their rights are protected in digital spaces. They may highlight the importance of creating a supportive environment that recognizes the unique challenges faced by those on the autism spectrum.
Critics of the Autism Spectrum Online Protection Act might express concerns that the bill could impose unnecessary regulations that stifle online freedom or create confusion about existing laws. They may argue that it does not adequately address the complexities of online interactions and could lead to unintended consequences for both individuals with autism and the broader online community.
The analysis of the bill HB0311, known as the 'Autism Spectrum Online Protection Act,' reveals no significant conflicts of interest between the sponsor, Tandy Darby's personal financial interests, and the bill's subject matter. Tandy Darby is primarily involved in the agriculture sector, specifically in crop production, and works at Tosh Farms while owning Darby Farms. The bill focuses on communications, technology, and mental health, particularly concerning online protections for individuals on the autism spectrum. These areas do not intersect with Darby's professional engagements or business ownership in agriculture. Consequently, there is no evident pathway through which Darby could financially benefit from the enactment of this legislation.
Unlike federal analysis based on campaign donations, state analysis examines legislators' personal financial interests — their jobs, businesses, and investments.
| Type | Description | Industry | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupation | Farmer | Crop Production | AI-researched |
| Employer | Works at Tosh Farms | — | AI-researched |
| Business Owner | Owner of Darby Farms | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | DARBY BROTHERS FARMS | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | REPURPOSE,LLC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Spouse Employer | UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | GREENFIELD BANKING COMPANY | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | D AND M REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS | Real Estate | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | ALPHA REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS | Real Estate | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | AKIN AND PORTER PRODUCE | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | SMP MARKETING | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | GREENFIELD LASER INDUSTRIES | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | INNOVATIVE LIVESTOCK SERVICES | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | SPIRITED INVESTORS II, LLC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | THE PRESERVE AT DARBY FARMS | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | 414 UNION HOLDINGS, LLC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | STATE OF TENNESSEE-GENERAL ASSEMBLY | Government | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | GREENFIELD BANKING COMPANY BOARD OF DIRECTORS from Jan 2016 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | GREENFIELD LASER INDUSTRIES GENERAL PARTNER from Jan 2009 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | GREENFIELD BANKING CO CD;UBS INSURED SWEEP PROGRAM;INVESCO NATL AMT-FREE MUNICIPAL BOND ETF; ISHARES NATL MUNI BOND ETF; ISHARES SHORT TERM NATL MUNI BOND ETF; VANECK LONG MUNI ETF | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | ISHARES JP MORGAN USD EMERGING MARKETS BOND ETF;MICROSOFT CORP; SPDR S&P 500 ETF TR; UNION PACIFIC CORP; VANGUARD RUSSELL 2000 ETF; ISHARES CORE MSCI EAFE ETF; ISHRES CORE MISCI EMERGING MARKETS ETF | Commercial Banks | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | VANGUARD INTL HIGH DIVID YIELD INDES FUND ETF | Securities & Investment | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | UBS BANK USA DEPOSIT ACCOUNT; ISHARES 7-10 YEAR TREAS BOND ETF; AECOM; ALPHABET INC CL C; AMAZON.COM INC; AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL INC; APPLE INC; APPLIED MATERIALS INC; BROADCOM INC; CISCO SYSTEMS INC; | Electronics Manufacturing | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | COCA-COLA CO COM; COLGATE PALMOLIVE CO; DEXCOM, INC; DIMENSIONAL US SMALL CAP ETF; EMERSON ELECTRIC CO; GOLDMAN SACHS GROUP INC; HONEYWELL INTL INC, INTUITIVE SURGICAL INC, KINDER MORGAN INC | Securities & Investment | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | MASTERCARD INC CL A; META PLATFORMS INC CL A; MICROSOFT CORP, NVDIA CORP; ORACLE CORP; PALO ALTO NETWORKS INC; QUALCOMM INC; SERVICENOW INC; SPDR S&P 500 ETF TR; TAKE-TWO INTERACTIVE SOFTWARE; | Electronics Manufacturing | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | TJX COS INC NEW; UNITEDHEALTH GROUP INC; VANGUARD SMALL CAP GROWTH ETF; VANGUARD SMALL CAP VALUE ETF; VISA INC CL A; WALMART INC; ASML HLDG NV SPON ADR; CANADIAN PAC KANS CITY LTD CAD; EATON CORP PLC | Securities & Investment | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | GQG PARTNERS EMERGING MARKETS EQUITY FUND CLASS INST; JOHNSON CTLS INTL PLC; MFS INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND CLASS 1; TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MFG CO LTD ADR; VANGUARD FTSE DEVELOPED MKT ETF; | Securities & Investment | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | BLACKROCK GLOBAL EQUITY MARKET NEUTRAL FUND CLASS 1; CALAMOS MARKET NEUTRAL INCOME FUND CLASS 1; CATALYST/MILLBURN HEDGE STRATEGY FUND CLASS 1; JPMORGAN HEDGED EQUITY FUND CLASS 1 | Commercial Banks | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | UBS INSURED SWEEP PROGRAM; BANK OF AMER CORP; DIMENSIONAL U.S. SMALL CAP ETF; VANGUARD SMALL-CAP VAULE ETF; GQG PARTNERS EMERGING MARKETS EQUITY FUND CLASS INST | Securities & Investment | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | MFS INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND CLASS 1; VANGUARD FTSE DEVELOPED MKT ETF; BLACKROCK GLOBAL EQUITY MARKET NEUTRAL FUND CLASS 1; CALAMOS MARKET NEUTRAL INCOME FUND CLASS 1; | Securities & Investment | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | CATALYST/MILLBURN HEDGE STRATEGY FUND CLASS 1; JPMORGAN HEDGED EQUITY FUND CLASS 1 | Commercial Banks | TN Ethics Commission |
| Occupation | Other, FINANCIAL ADVISOR | — | TN Ethics Commission |
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About This Analysis
This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the Tennessee General Assembly. Conflict analysis examines the sponsor's personal financial interests for potential overlaps with the bill's subject matter.
