Tennessee Legislation

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The bill TN HB2030 changes the rules for hunting raccoons in Tennessee. It removes existing legal requirements for raccoon hunting and allows the Tennessee fish and wildlife commission to set new regulations through their own rules and proclamations. This gives more flexibility in managing raccoon hunting practices.

Tennessee HB1723 introduces new rules for the creation of online content that features minors. The bill aims to protect children by regulating how they are represented and involved in digital media. It amends various sections of Tennessee law to ensure these protections are in place.

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Tennessee HB1705 requires all state and local government employers to check if new employees are legally allowed to work in the U.S. using the federal E-Verify program, starting July 1, 2026. If local governments do not comply, they could lose state funding, including grants and shared taxes.

Tennessee HB1944 requires the state's health department to test every newborn for sickle cell trait. If a newborn tests positive, the department must inform the child's parent or legal guardian as soon as possible. This aims to ensure early detection and management of the condition.

Tennessee HB1704 makes it a Class A misdemeanor for individuals to ignore a final order of removal from the U.S. It also establishes a Class A misdemeanor for those who enter or remain in Tennessee after being denied entry, deported, or removed from the country.

The Tennessee Child Care Hosting Safe Harbor Act allows for certain protections and regulations related to child care services in Tennessee. It aims to create a safer environment for children by establishing guidelines for hosting child care programs. This legislation modifies existing laws to enhance child care safety and accessibility.

The bill requires state government agencies and officials in Tennessee to keep certain information about how they enforce immigration laws confidential. This means that the public cannot access this information, ensuring privacy in the enforcement process.

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Tennessee HB1648 establishes new rules for non-governmental organizations that receive in-kind funding from the state under the federal Public Health Service Act. Starting November 1, 2026, these organizations can only qualify as a 340B entity if they also receive state or federal grants that are subject to oversight. The bill allows state agencies to check eligibility and ensure compliance with these requirements.

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Tennessee HB1454 allows juries to consider additional factors, known as aggravating circumstances, when deciding how to sentence someone found guilty of certain crimes. This change is intended to provide more context for juries in making their sentencing decisions. The bill amends existing laws related to criminal offenses and sentencing.

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This bill officially designates Lake County as the 'Eagle Capital of Tennessee.' The designation aims to highlight the region's significance in terms of eagle populations and may promote tourism and conservation efforts related to these birds.

This bill establishes that if marijuana is changed or removed from the list of controlled substances at the federal level, the state commissioner cannot make similar changes under state law unless the Tennessee General Assembly creates a regulatory framework for marijuana and gives the commissioner permission to do so. Essentially, it ensures that state laws regarding marijuana remain consistent with legislative approval.

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Tennessee SB1922 requires all state and local government employers to check the work authorization status of new employees using the federal E-Verify program starting July 1, 2026. If local governments do not comply, they could lose state funding, including grants and shared taxes. The attorney general will be responsible for enforcing this requirement.