Bill > HB0058

This bill amends Tennessee law regarding the hiring requirements for law enforcement officers by modifying the existing provision about good moral character determinations. Specifically, the bill requires that when a law enforcement agency is investigating an officer's good moral character as part of the hiring process, and the candidate has prior law enforcement experience, the employing agency must contact any previous law enforcement agencies where the candidate worked. This additional step is intended to ensure a more comprehensive background check by directly reaching out to former employers in the law enforcement field. The bill mandates this contact as part of the "thorough investigation" into an officer's character, which is a standard requirement for law enforcement hiring in Tennessee. The amendment takes effect immediately upon becoming law, as determined by the Tennessee General Assembly.

Government Affairs, Labor and Employment

https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB0058&ga=114