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TN HB2521
TN HB2521AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 8; Title 38; Title 50 and Title 68, relative to fire prevention.
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Introduced
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
In Committee
04/09/2026
04/09/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/24/2026
04/24/2026
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, increases from one year to two years post the duration of employment, the period of which a criminal background required as a condition of employment as a paid or volunteer fire protection personnel, or applicant for such position, must be maintained by the employer. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 8; Title 38; Title 50 and Title 68.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee law to extend the period employers must keep records of criminal background checks for paid or volunteer fire protection personnel, or applicants for such positions, from one year after employment ends to two years after employment ends. This change is intended to enhance fire prevention efforts by ensuring a longer retention of crucial background information for those involved in fire protection services.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Re-ref. to Cities & Counties Subcommittee (on 04/09/2026)
Bill Topics
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Police, Fire, and Law Enforcement
Local Government
- ‐ Police and Fire
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/Default?BillNumber=HB2521&ga=114 | 02/03/2026 |
| Amendment 1-0 to HB2521 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Amend/HA1035.pdf | 04/02/2026 |
| Amendment 1-0 to SB2336 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Amend/SA0588.pdf | 03/04/2026 |
| Fiscal Memo for SA0588 (13483) | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/FM1676.pdf | 03/04/2026 |
| Fiscal Note - SB2336 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB2336.pdf | 02/17/2026 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HB2521.pdf | 02/03/2026 |
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