This bill extends the time period for law enforcement officers to report the seizure of illegal alcoholic beverages from five days to ten days. This change is intended to give officers more time to complete the necessary paperwork after taking possession of illicit liquors. The bill amends existing laws related to alcoholic beverages in Tennessee.
This bill expands the definition of aggravated assault against first responders in Tennessee. It makes it a Class C felony to knowingly possess certain powerful opioids, like fentanyl, in a way that could expose a first responder to these substances while they are doing their job, leading to serious injury or death.
The bill requires hospitals that accept Medicaid to ask patients about their citizenship status and report quarterly on the number of admissions and emergency visits by individuals who are legally and illegally present in the U.S. Additionally, it mandates an annual report to state leaders on the impact of healthcare costs for those not lawfully present in the country.
Tennessee HB0146 aims to improve how education funding is managed by requiring local education agencies (LEAs) to provide real-time enrollment data. This would allow funding to be adjusted throughout the year based on current student numbers. Additionally, the bill sets deadlines for funding allocations to charter schools, ensuring they receive payments on time.
This bill requires local tourism development authorities in Tennessee to submit their annual audit and report to the state lawmakers representing the area where the authority operates. It also allows these documents to be filed electronically, making it easier for legislators to access important financial information about tourism projects.
The bill establishes a special fund in the state treasury called the Tennessee Promise completion grant account. This fund will be used to provide completion grants to certain students who are part of the Tennessee Promise scholarship program. Additionally, it makes a pilot program for these grants permanent, allowing ongoing support for students to complete their education.