HB2127

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 29; Title 36 and Title 37, relative to children.

Complete·4/24/26

Tennessee HB2127 amends laws to prioritize child safety in custody decisions by considering past abuse and violence.

Tennessee HB2127 modifies Tennessee Code to enhance child safety in custody decisions. It allows courts to consider past abuse and violence when determining the best interest of the child. Courts must weigh evidence of physical, sexual abuse, or domestic violence heavily. There is a presumption against placing a child with an abusive parent. The act takes effect immediately upon becoming law.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

32 Yea

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0 Nay

History

Apr 24

Pub. Ch. 758

Apr 24

Effective date(s) 04/16/2026

Apr 16

Signed by Governor.