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TN SB2030
TN SB2030AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 40, Chapter 39, Part 2, relative to sexual offenders.
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Introduced
01/22/2026
01/22/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, requires sexual offenders and violent sexual offenders to notify the owner or operator of any campground on which the offender intends to stay overnight of the offender's status as a sexual offender or violent sexual offender prior to beginning the stay; creates the offense of knowingly staying overnight at a campground without providing the required notice, which is punished as a Class E felony. - Amends TCA Title 40, Chapter 39, Part 2.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee law concerning sexual offenders by adding a new requirement for individuals classified as sexual offenders or violent sexual offenders, meaning those convicted of certain sex crimes. Specifically, it mandates that these individuals must inform the owner or operator of any campground where they plan to stay overnight about their status as a sexual offender or violent sexual offender before their stay begins. Failure to provide this notification is created as a new offense, punishable as a Class E felony, which is a serious crime in Tennessee. This change aims to enhance public safety by ensuring campgrounds are aware of registered sex offenders staying on their premises.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee (on 02/05/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB2030&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - SB2030 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB2030.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB2030.pdf |
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