HB2081

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 37; Title 38; Title 39 and Title 40, relative to abuse of children.

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Tennessee HB2081 amends child abuse laws to enhance oversight and services for dependent and neglected youth.

Tennessee HB2081 amends several sections of Tennessee Code Annotated, primarily focusing on child abuse and neglect. It grants the commission access to state agency records necessary for its duties. It redefines terms related to child abuse and neglect, emphasizing services for dependent and neglected youth. It also modifies the criteria for reviewing severe child abuse cases, shifting focus to cases being reviewed by the commission.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

30 Yea

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0 Nay

History

May 26

Pub. Ch. 1003

May 26

Effective date(s) 05/19/2026, 07/01/2026, 01/01/2027

May 19

Signed by Governor.