Tennessee Legislation

The bill requires that Local Education Agencies (LEAs) in Tennessee provide parents or guardians with a copy of their child's education records and a draft of the child's Individualized Education Program (IEP) before a scheduled IEP meeting. This must be done unless the parent or guardian has previously declined to receive the draft. The bill aims to ensure parents have the necessary information to participate in their child's special education planning.

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The bill requires the Tennessee Commissioner of Health to include the legislative librarian in the list of recipients for an annual report. This report details the commissioner's oversight of dentists and dental equipment in state institutions. The bill amends various sections of Tennessee law related to health care.

This bill proposes to extend the time period from 30 to 60 days during which a person who has purchased a Medicare supplement policy can receive a refund of their premium if they choose to cancel. The bill also requires that this refund policy be clearly stated on the first page of the Medicare supplement policy or certificate.

This bill proposes to extend the time period from 30 days to 60 days for physicians to notify the board of medical examiners of a change in their address listed on their registration certificate. This amendment affects physicians licensed in Tennessee and aims to provide them with more time to update their information.

This bill requires healthcare providers, groups, clinics, facilities, or any related entities to notify their health insurance partners as quickly as possible if they experience a cyber-attack. The aim is to ensure that insurance companies are aware of potential data breaches that may affect their clients and operations.

The bill proposes to change the term length for members of historic zoning commissions in Tennessee from five years to six years. This amendment affects the relevant section of Tennessee's legal code dealing with historic zoning.

This bill proposes to change the deadline for when the commissioner must submit reports on the Water Quality Control Act of 1977. The new deadline would be February 15 instead of January 31. This change affects how environmental reports are handled by legislative committees responsible for environmental issues.

The bill requires the Tennessee Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations (TACIR) to study the effects of Tennessee's firearm laws on firearm sales, criminal activity, and self-defense incidents in each county. It aims to identify both the similarities and differences in these impacts across the state. The findings will help understand how firearm laws are influencing different areas within Tennessee.

This bill requires the Tennessee Department of Health to include the legislative librarian in the distribution of its annual report on needle and hypodermic syringe exchange programs. The report will cover data such as the number of people served, the number of needles and syringes dispensed and returned, the number of naloxone kits distributed, and the types of treatment referrals provided.

This bill changes the deadline for the executive director of the health facilities commission to submit their annual report on nursing home inspections and enforcement activities. Previously due by February 1 each year, the report would now be due by July 1. The report is submitted to the governor and the chief clerks of both the Tennessee House of Representatives and Senate.

This bill changes the deadline for local governments in Tennessee to submit their annual reports on wind energy facility siting. The new deadline is February 1, instead of the previous January 1 deadline. This adjustment applies to local governments that have enacted specific legislation regarding wind energy facilities.

This bill proposes to extend the reporting deadline for a nonprofit public benefit corporation working with the Governor's Books from Birth Fund. Currently, the corporation must report its operations and accomplishments within 90 days after the fiscal year ends, but this bill extends that period to 180 days.

This bill proposes to change the current law in Tennessee by increasing the amount of time employees can take off work to vote. Currently, employees are allowed three hours to vote, but this bill would extend that time to four hours. It aims to give voters more flexibility and time to participate in elections.

The bill proposes to lower the taxes on bottled soft drinks and barrels of beer in Tennessee. It also changes how the revenue from these taxes is distributed. Eventually, the bill aims to completely eliminate these taxes.

The bill, known as the 'Early Behavioral Intervention and Reporting Act,' requires public charter schools in Tennessee to have threat assessment teams, similar to those required in other public schools. This aims to standardize safety measures across different types of schools and ensure early intervention in student behavior issues.

This bill requires the Tennessee Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations (TACIR) to explore different options for funding transportation through user fees. The commission must report its findings and recommendations to key legislative leaders by January 1, 2026. The bill seeks to amend various sections of the Tennessee Code related to transportation and funding.