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TN SB2530
Bill
Status
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Tom Hatcher
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AI Summary
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Deceased current or former members of the Tennessee General Assembly may lie in state at the state capitol building upon request of an immediate family member.
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The governor and speakers of both the Senate and House of Representatives must authorize the request jointly.
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Lying in state is limited to a maximum of one full day during public operating hours of the capitol building.
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If no immediate family member exists, the governor and speakers may authorize the honor on their own initiative.
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"Immediate family member" is defined as a spouse, parent, sibling, or child.
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 3, Chapter 1 and Title 4, relative to the general assembly.
General Assembly
Last Action
Recommended for passage with amendment/s, refer to Senate Calendar Committee Ayes 9, Nays 0 PNV 0
3/10/2026