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This bill amends the Tennessee Heritage Protection Act by expanding the definition of memorials that are protected under state law. Specifically, the bill adds language to include official governmental seals of cities or counties that contain imagery related to historical conflicts, entities, events, figures, or organizations as protected memorials. This means that seals with historical references would now receive the same legal protections as other historical monuments or markers, preventing their removal or alteration. The purpose appears to be preserving historical imagery and preventing the modification of local government seals that may contain references to historical events or figures, even if those references might be controversial. The bill would take effect immediately upon becoming law, as determined by the Tennessee General Assembly. By broadening the definition of protected memorials, the legislation aims to maintain historical representations in local government symbolism.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB1034&ga=114