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TN HB0727
TN HB0727AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 53; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to temporary assistance for needy families.
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Introduced
02/03/2025
02/03/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, requires the department to annually report by December 1 of each year to legislative committees with jurisdiction over the subject matter pertaining to health concerning the effectiveness of the drug testing program for TANF applicants. - Amends TCA Title 53; Title 68 and Title 71.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Tennessee department responsible for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) to submit an annual report by December 1st to legislative committees detailing the effectiveness of the state's drug testing program for TANF applicants. The bill amends existing state law by adding a new reporting requirement to Section 71-3-1203, mandating that the department provide an annual assessment of its drug testing program to relevant senate and house committees. The reporting requirement aims to increase transparency and provide lawmakers with insights into how the drug testing program is functioning for TANF recipients. The bill will take effect immediately upon becoming law, with the legislation stating that the public welfare requires its prompt implementation.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
P2C, caption bill, held on desk - pending amdt. (on 02/06/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB0727&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HB0727.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - SB0516 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB0516.pdf |
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