Bill > HB1092

This bill establishes comprehensive new requirements for how Tennessee state departments and agencies can apply for and accept federal financial assistance (referred to as "federal aid" in the bill). The legislation requires that before accepting federal aid, state agencies must notify and potentially obtain approval from the Joint Committee on Ways and Means, depending on the amount of funding. For federal aid less than $25 million, agencies must simply notify the committee, while amounts of $25 million or more require committee review and potential approval. The bill defines "federal aid" as financial assistance from the U.S. government through grants, loans, or cooperative agreements, and creates specific reporting and monitoring requirements. Some types of federal funding are exempt from these requirements, including emergency funds, certain reimbursement accounts, entitlement programs, and specific educational grants. The legislation also mandates that each state agency receiving federal funds must submit an annual report by February 1st detailing the amount, purpose, and usage of federal block grants and funds. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, and applies to federal aid applications and acceptances from that date forward, with the goal of providing more oversight and transparency in the state's federal funding processes.

Budget and Finance

https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB1092&ga=114