Tennessee Legislation

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.

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.

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This bill aims to change the leadership of the Tennessee Education Lottery Corporation by vacating and reconstituting its board of directors. It also ensures that certain information held by the corporation can be requested by the public. Additionally, the bill proposes to terminate the lottery corporation by June 30, 2030.

This bill extends the time period from 30 to 45 days for state officials to decide whether to approve or decline tax revenue allocations related to long-term economic and redevelopment plans. It specifically applies to plans that seek funding for more than 20 or 30 years. The change aims to give officials more time to assess these financial decisions.

This bill requires the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency to create and publish a list of areas in the state where off-highway vehicles can be used. The list will include details such as the size of the areas and the length of the trails available for these vehicles. This aims to provide better information for off-highway vehicle enthusiasts.

Tennessee HB1380 allows elderly individuals who are at least 80 years old to apply for property tax relief without needing to provide income verification documents, as long as they meet certain other criteria. This change aims to simplify the process for older residents seeking financial assistance with their property taxes.

Tennessee SB2338 is a law that helps volunteer fire departments by providing grants to help them meet local funding requirements for federal grants to buy vehicles. The commissioner of commerce and insurance will oversee this volunteer firefighter vehicle grant program. This law aims to support the essential services that volunteer firefighters provide in their communities.

This bill extends the annual assessment for ground ambulance services in Tennessee until June 30, 2027. It also changes the penalty for unpaid assessments from a flat fee of $50 per day to a percentage of the amount owed, specifically 5 percent per month.

Tennessee HB2079 makes it a Class E felony for someone to manipulate events in order to profit from prediction markets. This means if a person tries to influence whether something happens or doesn't happen, and they stand to gain money from it through a contract, they can be charged with a crime. The law aims to prevent unethical practices in prediction markets.

The HOPE Treatment Act, as passed in Tennessee, updates several sections of state law related to clinical trials. It aims to improve access to treatment options for patients by facilitating the conduct of clinical trials in the state. This legislation is designed to support advancements in medical research and patient care.

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.

The HOPE Treatment Act aims to improve access to clinical trials for patients in Tennessee. It makes changes to several sections of the Tennessee Code to streamline the process and encourage participation in these trials. This could provide more treatment options for patients with various health conditions.

This bill allows county legislative bodies in Tennessee to determine the salary for the director of accounts and budgets. This change updates the rules set by the County Purchasing Law of 1957 to give local governments more control over their budgeting personnel. Essentially, it empowers counties to make decisions about the compensation of a key financial position.

Tennessee HB2119 requires that any money a city collects for tourism promotion must be given to the organization responsible for marketing tourism within 120 days after the city finalizes its budget. This aims to ensure timely funding for tourism efforts, which can help attract visitors and boost the local economy.

Tennessee HB1369 requires the state to provide educational materials about blood lead level testing to pregnant women who receive food vouchers through the special supplemental food program for women, infants, and children. This aims to ensure that expectant mothers are informed about the risks of lead exposure and the importance of testing during pregnancy. The bill amends several sections of the Tennessee Code to implement these requirements.

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This bill requires Tennessee to offer free online training for teachers in grades 6-12 on using artificial intelligence in the classroom. Teachers must complete at least one of these courses by August 1, 2027, or within two years of getting their teaching license, whichever is later.

Tennessee HB2114 allows local governments to publish certain public notices online instead of in print. This change is intended to make it easier for people to access important information. The bill amends existing laws regarding public notice requirements.

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This bill proposes to change Tennessee law so that certain types of medical imaging, specifically magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and positron emission tomography (PET) scans, do not require a license if they are not used for diagnosing health conditions. This means that facilities using these technologies for non-diagnostic purposes could operate without oversight from the health facilities commission. The bill amends existing regulations in multiple sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated.