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TN SB2409
Bill
Status
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Hensley
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AI Summary
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Prohibits display of LGBTQ flags and emblems (including rainbow, equality, and transgender flags) on state or local government property by employees, volunteers, or agents
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Bans state and local governments from officially recognizing June or any other period as an LGBTQ pride month, week, or day
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Creates a private right of action allowing any Tennessee citizen, resident, or taxpayer to sue violators for declaratory relief, injunctive relief, compensatory damages (including emotional distress), and attorney's fees
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Eliminates most common legal defenses including sovereign immunity, qualified immunity, governmental immunity, ignorance of law, and statute of limitations claims within 6 years
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Takes effect July 1, 2026, with exceptions carved out for employees' off-duty conduct and speech protected by the First Amendment
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 15; Title 20 and Title 49, relative to the No Pride Flag or Month Act.
Holidays and Days of Special Observance
Last Action
Placed on Senate State and Local Government Committee calendar for 3/17/2026
3/11/2026