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TN SB0894

TN SB0894
As enacted, clarifies that state law preempts local government enactments with respect to the regulation of and appropriate sanctions for conduct involving drugs and other similar substances. - Amends TCA Title 9; Title 39, Chapter 17; Title 40; Title 53, Chapter 11; Title 54 and Title 67.


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Introduced
02/09/2017
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/19/2017

Introduced Session

110th General Assembly

Bill Summary

As enacted, clarifies that state law preempts local government enactments with respect to the regulation of and appropriate sanctions for conduct involving drugs and other similar substances. - Amends TCA Title 9; Title 39, Chapter 17; Title 40; Title 53, Chapter 11; Title 54 and Title 67.

AI Summary

This bill clarifies that state law preempts local government regulations and sanctions related to the possession, use, or distribution of drugs and other similar substances. It amends several sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated to establish the state's authority over these matters, prohibiting local governments from enacting or enforcing their own policies that are inconsistent with state law. The bill supersedes and repeals any existing local ordinances, regulations, or practices that conflict with the state's preemption of drug-related laws and sanctions.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 124 (on 04/19/2017)

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