Tennessee Legislation

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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.

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This bill makes illegal gambling activities a violation of consumer protection laws in Tennessee. It gives more power to the sports wagering council and the attorney general to investigate and address illegal gambling. The goal is to strengthen regulations surrounding gambling in the state.

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 HB1802 proposes to change the law regarding the use of deadly force in defending property. It aims to make it easier for individuals to use lethal force if they believe their property is threatened. This bill amends existing laws in Tennessee related to self-defense and property rights.

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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.

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 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.

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 extends the existence of the Department of Children's Services in Tennessee until June 30, 2029. It also requires the department to provide a progress report to the government operations committee by the end of 2026, focusing on improvements based on a performance audit conducted in December 2025.

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The Essential Governmental Employee Housing Act of 2026 aims to improve housing options for essential government employees in Tennessee. It makes various amendments to existing laws related to local government to support this initiative. The goal is to ensure that those who serve the public have access to affordable housing.

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.

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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The bill allows private colleges and universities, including religious ones, to set up public charter schools in Tennessee. These institutions can apply to local education boards or the state charter school commission to open schools and can give enrollment priority to children of their employees or governing members, similar to public universities.

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The bill requires local governments in Tennessee to check that anyone applying for public benefits is either a U.S. citizen or legally present in the country. It also gives the attorney general the power to investigate if these verification rules are not being followed and mandates reporting on the verification process for benefits.