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TN HB2294
Bill
Status
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
G.A. Hardaway
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AI Summary
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Requires correctional institutions housing non-citizens to grant entry for oversight purposes to members of the U.S. Congress, Tennessee state legislators, and designated employees of these legislative bodies.
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Prohibits facilities from making temporary modifications that would alter what oversight visitors observe compared to normal conditions.
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Applies to all correctional facilities operated by governmental entities or private prison contractors in Tennessee, including facilities under the Department of Homeland Security.
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Allows oversight visits without prior notice, including during riots, disease outbreaks, or epidemics.
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Takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 3, Part 6; Title 4, Chapter 4; Title 39; Title 40 and Title 41, relative to correctional institutions.
Correction, Dept. of
Last Action
Placed on s/c cal Departments & Agencies Subcommittee for 3/17/2026
3/11/2026