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TN HB1860

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/21/2026

Primary Sponsor

Shaundelle Brooks

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Origin

House of Representatives

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Department of Correction must disclose inmate records and information to any General Assembly member to verify compliance with state laws regarding inmates in custody

  • Legislators may submit written requests to review specific inmate case files after receiving written inquiries about law compliance or potential need for legislative changes

  • Members must sign a confidentiality form acknowledging state and federal laws and penalties for unauthorized release before reviewing records

  • All records must remain in the Department of Correction's physical possession during review

  • Department must discuss circumstances related to disclosed records with legislators who request additional information after their review

Legislative Description

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 3; Title 4; Title 10, Chapter 7; Title 40 and Title 41, relative to records available for review by members of the general assembly.

Public Records

Last Action

Assigned to s/c Public Service Subcommittee

2/2/2026

Committee Referrals

State & Local Government2/2/2026

Full Bill Text

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