Tennessee Legislation

The bill allows individuals to request a lifetime order of protection against someone who has been convicted of specific offenses in other states. It specifies that the petition can be filed in the county where the accused lives or where the person seeking protection lives if the accused is not a resident of Tennessee.

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Tennessee SB2707 updates local laws for the city of Winchester by expanding the board of public utilities' authority to include wastewater treatment systems. It also requires the mayor to be a permanent member of the board during their term and establishes four-year terms for board members. Additionally, the bill makes several other changes to improve local governance.

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The bill rewrites the charter for the City of Niota, updating its governing rules and regulations. This change is subject to local approval and builds on previous amendments made in recent years. Essentially, it aims to modernize how the city operates.

Tennessee HB2140 updates laws regarding organized retail crime, which involves theft from stores. The bill aims to strengthen penalties and clarify definitions related to these crimes to help law enforcement address the issue more effectively. It amends existing legal codes related to theft and criminal offenses.

This bill requires the Tennessee Department to submit an annual report by February 1 each year. The report will evaluate how effective diversion programs are in keeping offenders out of state correctional facilities. It aims to provide lawmakers with information on criminal justice alternatives.

Tennessee SB0639 allows municipal water and sewer systems to carry out certain projects on private property. This means that local governments can improve or expand water and sewer services even if those projects involve private land. The bill aims to enhance infrastructure and service delivery in communities.

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Tennessee HB2045 allows candidates and officeholders to use up to $12,000 per year from their campaign funds for residential security. This change aims to enhance the safety of those in public office. The bill amends existing laws related to campaign finance.

The bill requires all public schools and charter schools in Tennessee that have students in grades three through 12 to annually implement programs aimed at preventing substance abuse and violence. These programs must be evidence-based and are intended to reduce the use of tobacco, alcohol, and illegal drugs among students.

TN SB2703 updates the rules for appointing the county attorney in Hamblen County, including changes to the qualifications and salary for the position. This bill amends previous laws established in 1949 and 1968 to ensure the office is more effectively managed. It requires local approval to take effect.

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This bill allows individuals to request the removal of certain criminal records after a waiting period of 10 years, specifically for offenses that occurred after a DUI conviction. It aims to give people a chance to move on from past mistakes by expunging eligible offenses from their records.

This bill, known as the 'FAIR Rx Act,' proposes changes to the laws in Tennessee that govern the ownership or control of pharmacies by pharmacy benefits managers (PBMs). The aim is to ensure greater freedom, access, and integrity in the operation of registered pharmacies by potentially restricting or regulating the influence PBMs have over these pharmacies.

The bill allows Putnam County and its cities to create rules for sober living homes, which help people recover from substance abuse. These regulations must follow federal laws that protect housing rights for individuals with disabilities. Essentially, it gives local governments more authority to manage these recovery facilities.

The bill increases the fee that victims of crime must pay to support victim assistance programs from $45 to $125. Out of this new fee, $15 will go to the court clerk, while the rest will fund programs that help crime victims in the county.

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Tennessee HB2026 proposes a new law that makes it a Class A misdemeanor to intentionally move, alter, destroy, or remove certain types of land surveying monuments, including property corner and historic markers. This means that if someone knows or should know that they are tampering with these important markers, they could face legal consequences. The aim is to protect these significant monuments that are crucial for land surveying and property rights.

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Tennessee HB2172 is a law that adds a 10% tax on the wholesale price of inhalable hemp-derived cannabinoid products sold in cartridge form. This change affects how these products are regulated under Tennessee law. The bill aims to create additional revenue from the sale of these products.

The bill amends existing laws to provide judges with an exemption regarding the carrying of weapons during judicial proceedings. This means that judges can carry firearms in court without facing legal penalties that would apply to others. The change aims to enhance the safety of judges while performing their duties.