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This bill amends Tennessee law to enhance the powers and confidentiality protocols of the state's alcoholic beverage commission. Specifically, the bill requires law enforcement agencies to provide records related to accidents involving alcoholic beverages to the alcoholic beverage commission upon request, while simultaneously mandating that these records remain confidential and protected from public disclosure. The bill expands the commission's investigative authority to include examining violations related to motor vehicle accidents involving alcoholic beverages, and allows the commission to summon witnesses, request information, and subpoena documentation relevant to their investigations. Additionally, the commission must deny public records requests for such sensitive documents and direct requestors to the original law enforcement agency that created the record. The bill provides enhanced regulatory oversight by giving the alcoholic beverage commission broader investigative powers while also establishing strict confidentiality measures to protect the privacy of individuals involved in alcohol-related incidents. The legislation will take effect immediately upon becoming law, as determined by the Tennessee General Assembly.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB0622&ga=114