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TN SB2559

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Shane Reeves

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Origin

Senate

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Removes the "pilot" designation from the respite care program established under Tennessee Code Annotated § 52-8-203(b), converting it to a permanent program

  • Deletes subdivisions (b)(4)(B) and (C) from § 52-8-203, removing certain provisions related to the respite care program structure

  • Takes effect immediately upon becoming law due to public welfare requirements

  • Amends Tennessee's lottery-funded respite care provisions under Title 52, Chapter 8, Part 2

Legislative Description

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 52, Chapter 8, Part 2, relative to respite care.

Disability and Aging, Dept. Of

Last Action

Placed on Senate Health and Welfare Committee calendar for 3/17/2026

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Health and Welfare2/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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