Tennessee Legislation

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This bill establishes the rules and guidelines for anesthesiologist assistants in Tennessee. It ensures that their practice is regulated by the board of medical examiners, which helps maintain standards in the field of anesthesiology. The bill aims to clarify the roles and responsibilities of these professionals.

Tennessee HB0765 proposes that 10 percent of the extra money made from selling properties with unpaid taxes should be used to help elderly, low-income homeowners, disabled individuals, and the widows of disabled veterans with their property taxes. This change aims to provide financial relief to those who may be struggling to afford their home taxes. The bill amends existing tax laws to allocate these funds for this specific purpose.

This bill proposes a 5 percent penalty on property taxes that are not paid on time. The money collected from this penalty would be used to help provide tax relief to certain groups, including elderly low-income homeowners, disabled individuals, and the widows of disabled veterans.

This bill proposes to exempt certain sales from business tax, specifically for prescription drugs that cost more than the Medicare threshold for 2025. It also includes services related to the preparation, storage, handling, administration, education, or monitoring of these drugs. This change aims to reduce costs associated with these medications and their management.

This bill requires public charter schools in Tennessee to create an internet acceptable use policy similar to those already in place for local education agencies (LEAs). It also prohibits schools from tracking or monitoring students' personal electronic device usage on school grounds, except when students are taking tests.

This bill allows retired campus police officers in Tennessee to return to work as law enforcement officers while still receiving their retirement benefits. It also extends the time period during which this is allowed from June 30, 2025, to June 30, 2027. This change aims to help campuses maintain safety by utilizing experienced officers.

This bill extends the time period from 10 to 15 business days for the commissioner to review applications for a certificate of authority from businesses seeking to conduct banking operations. If the application does not meet the necessary requirements, the commissioner must return the application with a notice of the defect within this new timeframe.

This bill allows private colleges in Tennessee that are seeking accreditation to qualify for financial aid from state lottery proceeds. This means that students at these institutions could receive financial support for their education, similar to students at accredited public colleges. The bill aims to expand financial aid options for students pursuing higher education in the state.

The bill proposes to create an incentive program for teachers in Tennessee who have at least 15 years of experience. It requires a study by the office of research and education accountability to explore how this program could be implemented. The findings and recommendations are expected to be reported by the end of 2025.

This bill proposes to remove sales and use tax on the purchase of infant formula, diapers, and wipes intended for infants and children. If passed, it would make these essential items more affordable for families. The change aims to ease the financial burden on parents and caregivers.

The bill requires the state to provide free photo identification licenses to individuals who do not have a valid government-issued ID. To receive this free ID, a person must sign an affidavit confirming their lack of a valid ID. This change aims to make it easier for people to obtain necessary identification.

This bill proposes to change the rules for students with documented intellectual disabilities who want to receive a Tennessee STEP UP scholarship. Currently, these students must enroll in a postsecondary program within 16 months after finishing high school, but this requirement would be removed, allowing for more flexibility in their educational pursuits.

The Tennessee Sexual Violence Justice Act aims to improve how sexual offenses are investigated in the state. It proposes changes to existing laws to enhance the support for victims and ensure more thorough investigations. This legislation seeks to strengthen the legal framework surrounding sexual violence cases in Tennessee.

This bill allows local education agencies and public charter schools in Tennessee to deny enrollment to students who are in the country unlawfully. It seeks to amend existing state laws related to education and immigration status. Essentially, it aims to ensure that only students with legal status can attend these schools.

This bill requires local governments in Tennessee to respond to developers' requests for changes to site plans or inspections in one complete document. If the government makes additional requests later, they must return fees to the developer. Additionally, it prevents local governments from forcing developers to pay for nonessential infrastructure unless both parties agree.

Tennessee HB0798 is a bill that requires the state's department to publish a catalog of materials related to reducing waste and recycling on its website. This aims to make information about waste management more accessible to the public. The bill amends various sections of the Tennessee Code to facilitate this change.

This bill aims to prevent discrimination in public educational institutions based on various factors, including race, sex, and religion. It specifically addresses antisemitic discrimination, requiring it to be treated the same as racial discrimination. Additionally, the bill mandates that Title VI coordinators be assigned to monitor such discrimination in K-12 schools and higher education institutions.

The bill proposes to change the names of enhanced and concealed handgun carry permits to enhanced and concealed firearm carry permits. This change would allow permit holders to carry any type of firearm they legally own, not just handguns. It aims to broaden the scope of what firearms can be carried under these permits.

This bill proposes to remove the requirement for the state comptroller to report to the General Assembly about a pilot project that allows certain municipal electric systems to provide services outside their usual areas. It aims to simplify the legislative process regarding the continuation or expansion of these services. The bill amends various sections of Tennessee law related to telecommunications.

This bill allows counties in Tennessee to skip automatic pay raises for county officials if they have been determined to be economically distressed by the department of economic and community development in the previous fiscal year. It aims to give counties more flexibility in managing their budgets during tough economic times.

This bill states that if a pesticide is registered and has a label approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) when it is sold, the manufacturer or seller cannot be held responsible in court for any issues related to that label. This means they would not face civil lawsuits regarding the labeling of their pesticides, as long as they followed federal guidelines.