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TN SB0560
TN SB0560AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 36; Title 37 and Title 39, relative to children.
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Introduced
01/30/2025
01/30/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
03/31/2025
03/31/2025
Passed
04/17/2025
04/17/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/13/2025
05/13/2025
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As enacted, clarifies that the economic disadvantage of a parent or guardian alone is not a ground for termination of parental rights; clarifies that, for purposes of laws relative to juvenile courts and proceedings, "neglect" does not exist solely on the basis of economic disadvantage. - Amends TCA Title 36; Title 37 and Title 39.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee law to protect parents from losing their parental rights or having their children classified as neglected solely due to economic hardship. Specifically, the bill adds two key provisions to existing state codes: first, it clarifies that economic disadvantage alone cannot be used as a basis for terminating parental rights under Title 36, and second, it specifies that economic disadvantage does not constitute "neglect" in juvenile court proceedings under Title 37. By making these changes, the bill aims to prevent families from being separated or stigmatized simply because they are experiencing financial difficulties. The legislation recognizes that poverty should not be conflated with parental failure or child neglect, and seeks to ensure that parents are not penalized for economic challenges beyond their immediate control. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving state agencies and courts time to adjust to the new guidelines.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (10)
Ed Jackson (R)*,
Raumesh Akbari (D),
Janice Bowling (R),
Heidi Campbell (D),
Rusty Crowe (R),
Tom Hatcher (R),
Sara Kyle (D),
Adam Lowe (R),
Jessie Seal (R),
Page Walley (R),
Last Action
Effective date(s) 07/01/2025 (on 05/13/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB0560&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/acts/114/pub/pc0322.pdf |
| Amendment 1-0 to SB0560 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Amend/SA0217.pdf |
| Fiscal Memo for SA0217 (5136) | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/FM0590.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - HB0347 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/HB0347.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB0560.pdf |
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