Tennessee Legislation

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This bill is a resolution to honor the memory of Josseline Jeanneth Escalante Vega, who was a victim of the Antioch High School shooting, along with other victims. It serves to recognize the tragedy and the impact it had on the community. The resolution reflects a commitment to remembering those lost and acknowledging the need for healing.

This resolution confirms Terica Smith's appointment to the Board of Trustees for Tennessee State University. The Board oversees the university's operations and governance. By passing this resolution, the Tennessee General Assembly is supporting her role in guiding the university's future.

The bill SJR0030 is a resolution that honors the memory of Sara 'Lillian' Garrett Bean, a resident of Knoxville. It recognizes her contributions and legacy, celebrating her life and impact on the community.

The bill honors Ted Clower for his dedicated service as the pastor of Salem Baptist Church. It recognizes his contributions to the community and the impact he has had during his time in leadership. This resolution is a formal way to acknowledge and celebrate his work and commitment.

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Tennessee HB1153 is a bill that requires local school boards to create a program that offers free breakfast and lunch to students from low-income families. The state would reimburse local education agencies for these meals after any federal funding has been applied, but this is subject to available funding.

The bill TN HB1155 seeks to ban the import, sale, and distribution of cell-cultured food products in Tennessee. This means that any food products created using cell-culturing technology would not be allowed in the state. The bill aims to amend several sections of Tennessee's legal code to enforce this prohibition.

The bill TN HB1156 proposes to remove the requirement for parents or legal guardians to ensure their children receive vaccines as recommended by health authorities like the CDC and the American Academy of Pediatrics. This change would mean that parents would not be legally obligated to follow these vaccination guidelines for their children. The bill aims to amend existing laws regarding child immunizations in Tennessee.

Tennessee HB1158 is a bill that aims to give enrollees in Part A of the Katie Beckett program the option to use specific funds for home and community-based services through a health reimbursement arrangement. The bill requires the director to take necessary actions to facilitate this option, potentially including seeking amendments to existing waivers. This change is intended to enhance service flexibility for eligible individuals.

Tennessee HB1161 allows certain counties to temporarily halt the development of apartment complexes by passing a resolution with a two-thirds majority vote from their legislative body. This applies even to properties located within city limits. The bill aims to give counties more control over local development.

This bill proposes to change Tennessee's criminal sentencing laws by allowing judges to consider a defendant's status as an adult who committed a crime with a minor as a factor that could lead to a harsher sentence. This applies even if the minor was not convicted of any crime. Essentially, it aims to increase penalties for adults who involve minors in criminal activities.

Tennessee HB1166 aims to improve how workplace violence is handled by requiring law enforcement to investigate workplace bullying alongside violent crime investigations. The findings from these investigations would be reported to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI), which would then provide annual reports to legislative committees about workplace bullying and violence.

Tennessee HB1167 proposes changes to the governance of hospitals that hold a certificate of public advantage. It requires that the board of directors for these hospitals be dissolved and then reformed with new appointments made by the governor. This aims to ensure that the leadership of these hospitals is accountable and aligned with state interests.

Tennessee HB1168 is a bill that changes the rules for autonomous vehicles. It states that vehicles operated by automated driving systems that are used for transporting goods or passengers for payment cannot operate without a human driver present. This amendment updates existing laws related to vehicle operation in the state.

Tennessee HB1171 is a bill that proposes to include the office of legislative budget analysis as a recipient of an annual report from the revenue commissioner. This report details the franchise and excise tax credits claimed under current law. The goal is to enhance transparency and oversight regarding tax credits in Tennessee.

Tennessee House Bill 1172 requires the district attorneys general to produce an annual report on terrorism-related convictions under the Terrorism Prevention and Response Act of 2002. This report must be submitted to the Tennessee General Assembly by January 15 each year. The bill aims to provide lawmakers with updated information on how terrorism laws are being enforced in the state.

This bill allows local governments in Tennessee to purchase goods and services directly from vendors who have contracts with the General Services Administration (GSA) without needing to go through a bidding process. The purchases can be made at the prices listed in the vendor's current GSA schedule.