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TN SB2531

TN SB2531
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 29 and Title 41, relative to corrections.


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Introduced
02/02/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

114th General Assembly

Bill Summary

As introduced, creates the family advisory board within the department of correction for the purposes of assisting the families of incarcerated individuals. - Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 29 and Title 41.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a State Family Advisory Board within the Tennessee Department of Correction, comprised of nine members who are all family members of currently incarcerated individuals, with appointments made by the Governor, Speaker of the Senate, and Speaker of the House. The board's purpose is to foster communication between the department and families, strengthen family reunification efforts, build stronger families upon reentry, and provide feedback on departmental activities. The board will meet at least monthly and hold at least three public informational meetings annually across different regions of the state, with members serving without compensation but reimbursed for travel expenses. The department is required to provide necessary staffing for the board's operations.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Senate Government Operations Hearing (08:30:00 3/4/2026 Cordell Hull Building) (on 03/04/2026)

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