Tennessee Legislation

This bill proposes to officially name the new swimming pool at Henry Horton State Park the 'Riley Gaines Aquatic Center.' It has been introduced by Representative Gino Bulso. The naming honors Riley Gaines, likely in recognition of her contributions or achievements in swimming.

This bill changes the level of proof required for debtors to challenge the sale price of their property at a foreclosure auction. Instead of just showing that it is more likely than not that the sale price was below the fair market value, debtors must now provide clear and convincing evidence to support their claim. This aims to make it more difficult for debtors to dispute foreclosure sale prices.

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This bill allows individuals to sue commercial entities that knowingly deal with obscene materials in violation of state law. If a commercial entity is found liable, they may have to pay damages, court costs, and attorney fees. It aims to hold businesses accountable for distributing obscene content.

This bill aims to establish clear rules for damages that can be awarded to individuals harmed by websites that contain a lot of content inappropriate for minors. It allows for various types of damages, including actual and punitive damages, against those who violate obscenity laws. Additionally, it empowers the attorney general to provide guidance to businesses on how to comply with age restrictions for such websites.

The bill, sponsored by John Clemmons, aims to prevent consumer reporting agencies from including medical debt judgments on consumer credit reports in Tennessee. This means that if someone has a judgment related to medical debt, it would not affect their credit score or report. The bill is intended to help individuals who may struggle with medical bills and protect their creditworthiness.

The bill, known as the 'School District Capital Improvements Investment Trust Act,' aims to make changes to the laws governing capital improvements in Tennessee schools. It seeks to establish a framework for investing in necessary upgrades and maintenance for school facilities. This could help ensure that schools have the resources they need to provide a safe and effective learning environment.

This bill proposes to repeal the existing Tennessee Community Schools Act and replace it with the Tennessee Full Service Community Schools Act. The new act aims to enhance community schools by providing more comprehensive services to students and families, potentially improving educational outcomes.

Tennessee HB0226 proposes a change in education funding by adding a 3 percent extra allocation for students who live in school districts with a total enrollment between 1,001 and 1,250 students. This adjustment aims to provide additional financial support to smaller school districts that fall within this size range.

This bill extends the existence of the Tennessee Human Rights Commission until June 30, 2029. It makes amendments to existing laws related to the commission. The commission is responsible for addressing issues related to human rights in the state.

The bill extends the existence of the Tennessee Board of Court Reporting until June 30, 2027. This means that the board will continue to oversee and regulate court reporters in the state for an additional period.

This bill requires leaders of state agencies in Tennessee to undergo regular training to ensure they follow the rules set by the Regulatory Flexibility Act of 2007. The goal is to help these agencies better understand and implement regulatory requirements effectively.

This bill proposes to change the rules for reporting deaths of individuals in custody in Tennessee. Specifically, it would shorten the time frame for the commissioner to notify lawmakers about such deaths from 10 business days to just 5. The report must also include the name of the facility where the death occurred.

This bill requires the Tennessee Department to prepare and submit a report to specific legislative committees about the practice of anesthesiology. It amends several sections of the Tennessee Code related to various professions, which could include changes in regulations or oversight for anesthesiology practices.

The bill TN HB0290 proposes to change the current school safety alert grant pilot program into a statewide initiative that will last for two years. It also removes any restrictions on the number of grants that can be awarded each fiscal year, allowing more schools to potentially benefit from these safety resources.

This bill requires the Institute of American Civics at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, to create educational materials for a course in American government or history. It mandates that all students at public colleges in Tennessee complete this course as part of their bachelor's degree requirements.

This bill requires the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development to provide an annual report to certain legislative committees. The report will include details about new regional authorities created by municipalities, such as the land acquired, improvements made, financing specifics, and any other relevant information.

This bill allows the installation of surveillance cameras on federal interstate highways and other public roads in Tennessee. These cameras would be operated by state and local agencies to help investigate and prevent terrorism and serious crimes, but not for traffic violations. The goal is to enhance public safety through increased monitoring.

This bill adds doula services to the types of medical assistance covered by Tennessee's TennCare program, as long as the doula has verified certification. It also requires the Department of Health to create rules for how to verify the certification of those who complete approved doula training programs.

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