Increases funding for child advocacy centers in Tennessee, setting new base funding levels.
The bill, known as the "Savannah Grace Copeland Act," amends Tennessee Code to increase funding for child advocacy centers. It sets a new base funding level of $127,855.98 for child advocacy centers and $85,000 per forensic child interviewer. Starting in fiscal year 2026, any increase in funding for the Department of Children's Services must be accompanied by a 75% increase in funding for child advocacy centers. The bill does not appropriate funds but requires specific appropriation by the general appropriations act. It takes effect July 1, 2025.
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