Tennessee Legislation

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The bill requires certain law enforcement agencies in Tennessee to agree to enforce federal immigration laws by accepting and honoring immigration detainers from federal authorities. This means that if federal officials request that someone be held for immigration purposes, local law enforcement must comply. The bill amends several sections of the Tennessee Code to formalize this requirement.

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Tennessee HB2408 requires companies that use automated dialing systems to make phone calls to keep track of how many solicitation calls they make each month. This law aims to provide better oversight of telemarketing practices and protect consumers from unwanted calls. It amends existing laws related to communications and telemarketing in the state.

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The 'Better Spending, Better Schools Act of 2026' aims to improve how education funds are managed in Tennessee. It updates several sections of the Tennessee Code related to education and financial oversight. The goal is to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of spending in schools.

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Tennessee HB2614 is a bill that removes an outdated requirement for certain state agencies with large motor vehicle fleets to create plans to reduce their use of petroleum products. This requirement was originally due by January 1, 2015, but is no longer necessary. The bill aims to streamline state regulations by eliminating this obsolete program.

The bill transfers the oversight of land surveyors from one state board to another, specifically from the board of examiners for land surveyors to the board for architects and engineers. It also eliminates the registration requirement for interior designers and changes how certain contractor licensing fees are allocated, including a provision related to the Go Build Tennessee Act. Additionally, it makes various updates to regulations governing occupational boards.

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This bill changes the rules about how grants are given to volunteer fire departments in Tennessee. It allows the grant money to be distributed without needing to divide it equally among the state's three regions and permits the use of the funds to buy fire trucks and vehicles.

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This bill updates the rules and regulations for the City of Charlotte, Tennessee, including how the city operates, the roles of city officials, and how the city manages its budget and taxes. It aims to clarify and modernize the city's charter, making it easier for local governance. The changes will take effect only if local approval is granted.

The bill, sponsored by William Lamberth, aims to improve education in Tennessee by eliminating the dyslexia advisory council and shifting its responsibilities to the advisory council for students with disabilities. It also creates an office of energy efficient schools within the education department and expands eligibility for individualized education accounts for students. Additionally, it revises various existing education laws.

The bill updates Tennessee's education laws by removing outdated language related to the assessment tests that were given during the 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 school years. This change helps to ensure that the state's education code reflects current testing practices and standards.