SB1720

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 2 and Title 10, Chapter 7, relative to public records.

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SB1720 amends Tennessee public records laws to protect the addresses of certain judicial and law enforcement candidates and applicants.

SB1720 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 2 and Title 10, Chapter 7, to enhance privacy protections for certain public records. Specifically, it designates the addresses on nominating petitions for judges, chancellors, district attorneys general, and public defenders as confidential, exempting them from public inspection. Additionally, it modifies the confidentiality of application materials submitted by individuals seeking employment with the state, ensuring these materials remain private unless otherwise specified. This act takes effect immediately upon becoming law.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

93 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 17

8:45 AM

Senate Revenue Subcommittee Of Finance, Ways & Means Hearing

Mar 10

8:30 AM

Senate Finance, Ways And Means Hearing

History

May 4

Pub. Ch. 829

May 4

Effective date(s) 04/27/2026

Apr 27

Senate

Signed by Governor.