SB0304

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 24, Chapter 7, relative to child forensic interviews.

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Tennessee SB0304 amends child forensic interview rules to allow certain non-traditional interviewers and video recordings.

Tennessee SB0304 modifies Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 24, Chapter 7, concerning child forensic interviews. The bill allows interviews conducted by certain non-traditional interviewers, such as those from non-profit child advocacy centers or federal agencies, provided they meet specific criteria. It also permits the use of video recordings in court if the child or interviewer testifies under oath to the video's accuracy and the child is available for cross-examination. This act takes effect upon becoming law.

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Roll Call Votes

94 Yea

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Calendar

Feb 25, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

May 2, 2025

Pub. Ch. 162

May 2, 2025

Effective date(s) 04/11/2025

Apr 11, 2025

Senate

Signed by Governor.