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TN HB1287
TN HB1287AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 38; Title 39 and Title 67, relative to background checks.
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Introduced
02/06/2025
02/06/2025
In Committee
03/11/2025
03/11/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, increases, from 15 to 20, the number of background investigations that the speaker of the senate and speaker of the house of representatives may request a year for persons under consideration for appointment to a position of trust and responsibility. - Amends TCA Title 38; Title 39 and Title 67.
AI Summary
This bill increases the number of background investigations that the speakers of the Tennessee Senate and House of Representatives can request each year from 15 to 20 for individuals being considered for positions of trust and responsibility. Specifically, the bill amends Section 38-6-106(f) of Tennessee Code Annotated to raise the annual limit on background check requests. The change will allow legislative leaders to conduct more comprehensive background screenings of potential appointees, potentially enhancing the vetting process for important government positions. The bill takes effect immediately upon becoming law, with the stated justification that it serves the public welfare by providing more thorough screening of individuals for sensitive roles in state government.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Action Def. in s/c Civil Justice Subcommittee to 4/2/2025 (on 03/26/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB1287&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - SB0892 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB0892.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HB1287.pdf |
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