Tennessee Legislation

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The bill proposed to prevent public facilities in Tennessee from being named after local public officials while they are in office and for two years after they leave office. It also aimed to stop local public officials from using public funds to make charitable donations in their own names. The bill did not pass.

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This bill would have allowed people to sue anyone or any government entity that violates their right to bear arms, as protected by the Tennessee or U.S. Constitutions. It would have held those found guilty responsible for paying damages, attorney's fees, and court costs. However, the bill did not pass.

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This Tennessee bill requires the state's Department of Health to include alpha-gal syndrome on its list of diseases that must be reported by healthcare providers. This change must be implemented by July 1, 2025. The bill amends existing state laws related to health and disease reporting.

The bill extends the existence of the advisory committee for children's special services in Tennessee until June 30, 2029. This committee provides guidance and recommendations related to services for children with special needs. By extending its term, the state aims to continue supporting these important services and ensuring they meet the needs of children and families.

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The bill updates the rules for how long records must be kept regarding services provided to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Tennessee. It applies to both the department's contracted providers and its own facilities and clinics. The bill also corrects outdated references in existing laws.

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The bill extends the operation of the Bureau of TennCare, which manages the state's Medicaid program, until June 30, 2029. This means that the bureau will continue to function and provide services for several more years without interruption. The legislation updates specific sections of Tennessee law to reflect this extension.

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The bill, known as the 'Individualized Investigational Treatment Act,' allows patients to access experimental medical treatments that have not yet been fully approved by regulatory bodies. It modifies existing laws to provide a pathway for individuals to try investigational drugs or therapies when traditional options have been exhausted.

This bill requires that pregnant women in Tennessee be tested for hepatitis C during standard pregnancy blood tests. If the initial test shows a positive result, a follow-up test must be conducted to confirm the presence of the virus. The bill updates the procedures for mandatory pregnancy-related blood tests to include these additional screenings.