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TN HB0173

TN HB0173
As enacted, clarifies that state law preempts local government enactments with respect to the regulation of and appropriate sanctions for conduct involving drugs and other similar substances. - Amends TCA Title 9; Title 39, Chapter 17; Title 40; Title 53, Chapter 11; Title 54 and Title 67.

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Introduced
01/30/2017
In Committee
03/08/2017
Crossed Over
03/23/2017
Passed
03/28/2017
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/19/2017

Introduced Session

110th General Assembly

Bill Summary

As enacted, clarifies that state law preempts local government enactments with respect to the regulation of and appropriate sanctions for conduct involving drugs and other similar substances. - Amends TCA Title 9; Title 39, Chapter 17; Title 40; Title 53, Chapter 11; Title 54 and Title 67.

AI Summary

This bill clarifies that state law preempts local government regulations and sanctions regarding the conduct involving drugs and other similar substances. Specifically, it states that except as otherwise permitted by state law, the state has sole authority to determine the appropriate sanctions for conduct involving drugs or other substances classified as a misdemeanor or felony under state law. Local governments are prohibited from enacting any ordinances, resolutions, or regulations that impose sanctions for such conduct that are inconsistent with state law. The bill also specifies that any existing local laws or policies that regulate drugs and substances in a manner inconsistent with state law are superseded and repealed.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (11)

Last Action

Pub. Ch. 124 (on 04/19/2017)
(1 Companion Bills)

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