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TN HB0320

TN HB0320
AN ACT to designate a swimming facility at Henry Horton State Park as the "Riley Gaines Aquatic Center".


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Introduced
01/22/2025
In Committee
02/03/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

114th General Assembly

Bill Summary

As introduced, designates the new swimming pool at Henry Horton State Park as the "Riley Gaines Aquatic Center."

AI Summary

This bill designates the new swimming pool at Henry Horton State Park in Tennessee as the "Riley Gaines Aquatic Center", overriding any existing laws that might prevent such naming. The bill specifically requires the Department of Environment and Conservation to erect signs or markers identifying the swimming facility by this name, referring to a swimming pool that was approved for design by the State Building Commission on August 10, 2023. The legislation takes effect immediately upon becoming law, with the stated rationale that it serves the public welfare. While the bill does not provide background, Riley Gaines is a notable swimmer and sports figure who has been involved in discussions about transgender athletes in competitive swimming, which may provide context for the specific naming of the facility.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

P2C, ref. to Naming & Designating Committee - Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee (on 02/03/2025)

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