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TN SB2429
TN SB2429AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39 and Title 40, relative to criminal law.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, changes from April 1 to April 30, the date by which a county legislative body must submit to the judges of the general sessions criminal court of the county and the chairs of the legislative committees having jurisdiction over criminal matters a written report setting forth findings and the overall evaluation of the use of judicial commissioners. - Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 40.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 40-1-111(a)(1)(D)(iii), which pertains to criminal law, by changing the deadline for a county legislative body to submit a written report on the use of judicial commissioners. Previously, this report had to be submitted by April 1st; this bill moves that deadline to April 30th. Judicial commissioners are individuals who assist judges, particularly in general sessions criminal courts, by handling certain judicial duties. The report is intended to provide findings and an overall evaluation of how these commissioners are being utilized. This act takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee (on 03/05/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/Default?BillNumber=SB2429&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB2429.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - SB2429 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB2429.pdf |
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