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This bill, known as the "Parole Relief and Opportunity Act," proposes several amendments to Tennessee's parole supervision laws to provide more flexibility for parolees experiencing financial hardship. The bill expands the definition of hardship to include situations where a parolee cannot meet basic household necessities due to low income or inability to obtain gainful employment despite reasonable efforts. Under the proposed changes, if a parolee experiences such hardship, they can request a waiver for various financial obligations related to parole supervision, including contribution fees. The bill modifies existing statutes to allow the parole department to waive fees and prevent parole revocation in cases of documented hardship. Specifically, if a parolee falls behind on required contributions for two months, they can now notify the department, request a reevaluation of their financial situation, and potentially have past and future contributions waived until their financial circumstances improve. These modifications aim to provide more supportive conditions for individuals on parole who are struggling financially, potentially reducing the risk of parole revocation due to economic challenges. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB1218&ga=114