HB2189

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 38, Chapter 6; Title 39 and Title 40, relative to the collection of DNA samples.

Introduced·2/2/26

Tennessee HB2189 amends DNA sample collection laws to require written notification.

Tennessee HB2189 modifies Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 38, Chapter 6; Title 39 and Title 40, concerning the collection of DNA samples. The bill inserts the phrase ", in writing," immediately after "shall notify" to ensure that notification is provided in written form. This act becomes effective upon becoming law, as deemed necessary for public welfare.

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Where it stands

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In committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Feb 9

House

Sponsor change.

Feb 9

House

Sponsor(s) withdrawn.

Feb 5

House

P2C, caption bill, held on desk - pending amdt.