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TN HB1554

TN HB1554
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 40, Chapter 29, relative to citizenship rights.


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Introduced
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/15/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/24/2026

Introduced Session

114th General Assembly

Bill Summary

As introduced, removes the requirement for a petitioner for restoration of citizenship or an applicant for a certificate of employability to pay the costs of the proceedings; makes other changes to the process for restoration of citizenship. - Amends TCA Title 40, Chapter 29.

AI Summary

This bill aims to simplify the process for individuals seeking to restore their citizenship rights or obtain a certificate of employability in Tennessee by removing associated costs. Specifically, it eliminates the requirement for petitioners to pay any fees for proceedings related to the restoration of citizenship under Section 40-29-103 of Tennessee Code Annotated, and also removes costs for applicants seeking a certificate of employability under Section 40-29-107. Additionally, the bill makes other adjustments to the citizenship restoration process, including removing a specific subdivision related to the process and deleting the word "certified" from certain language, making the procedures more accessible.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Assigned to s/c Criminal Justice Subcommittee (on 01/15/2026)

Bill Topics

Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
  • ‐ General Civil Rights
  • ‐ Voting Rights and Issues

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