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Tennessee is set to reshape its regulatory landscape with 19 new rule packages, impacting everything from endangered species to hemp products and fusion energy!

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Joint Government Operations committee advances 19 agency rule packages; lawmakers press agencies on funding, hemp rules and fusion oversight
On May 20, 2026 the joint committee on government operations gave positive recommendations to 19 agency rule packages, including endangered-species updates, hemp-derived cannabinoid rules, nursing-home payment reforms and the nation's first state fusion-energy regulatory framework. Lawmakers questioned agencies about funding, business impacts and technical details.
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May 25, 2026 at 5:37 AM
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Seven crucial rule packets, covering everything from medical licensure to farmland preservation, just received the green light from the Government Operations Committee!

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Votes at a glance: July 15 Government Operations Committee — all seven rule packets advance
The joint committee issued positive recommendations for seven rule packets on July 15, 2026, including medical licensing, agriculture preservation, securities, probation services, physical therapy, environmental health (bedding materials repeal) and psychology rule changes.
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July 16, 2026 at 8:15 PM
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Tennessee senators are clashing over a controversial bill that some say quietly expands the attorney general's powers beyond gambling, igniting a heated debate on transparency and authority.

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Senators split over language in conference report that standardizes attorney general's requests for information
Senators debated whether a conference report to Senate Bill 23-36 quietly broadened the attorney general's investigatory tools beyond illegal gambling. Sponsors said the measure only standardizes existing investigatory requests; opponents said it materially expands authority and lacked committee review. The Senate tabled the minority report and adopted the majority conference report.
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April 27, 2026 at 12:57 AM
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Tennessee's House Bill 2055 is set to redefine insurance coverage for gender transition procedures, stirring debate over its implications for personal identity and medical needs.

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Panel advances bill to align state and local plans with TennCare on gender‑transition coverage
HB2055 would direct state and local government insurance plans to exclude coverage for gender‑transition surgeries and chemical treatments consistent with recent TennCare policy changes; sponsor said the proposal preserves coverage for legitimate medical conditions and the committee advanced the bill 8‑2 to calendar and rules after extended member questioning about language such as 'purported.'
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April 7, 2026 at 11:57 PM
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Tennessee's State and Local Government Committee wraps up its final session, advancing key bills while rejecting a controversial rollback tax repeal!

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Committee advances multiple bills; rollback-tax repeal fails
The committee passed or advanced a batch of measures — including TCI training supplements and county prosecution reimbursement — and rejected a rollback-tax repeal; several bills were sent to calendar, finance, or summer study.
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April 1, 2026 at 3:26 AM
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The Tennessee Senate committee just advanced key bills that could reshape employee policies, enhance homeland security, and clarify voter registration processes!

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Committee advances multiple administration and procurement bills; several other measures moved or rolled
The Senate committee advanced a package of administration bills and policy measures to calendar or finance, including updates to personnel rules, Homeland Security records confidentiality, prevailing-wage clarification, voter verification, procurement restrictions, and other items. Several bills were rolled to tomorrow or sent to subcommittees.
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March 26, 2026 at 2:52 AM
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Tennessee's SB 24-18 is set to revolutionize government transparency by requiring public review before municipalities hire private attorneys on contingency fees.

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Committee adopts transparency measure limiting contingency-fee litigation by municipalities
SB 24-18, amended by the committee, would require political subdivisions to notify the attorney general and provide public review before entering contingency-fee contracts for lawsuits; a US Chamber witness urged passage and defended the bill as 'good government' reform.
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March 17, 2026 at 4:05 AM
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Tennessee's Senate Committee made waves on March 11, advancing key bills while others faced setbacks—what’s the latest on your favorite legislation?

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Committee record: votes and referrals from March 11 Government Operations Committee
The committee acted on several bills March 11: SB 2205 advanced to State and Local (positive recommendation); the Lottery governance bill moved to State and Local with a negative recommendation; SB 0269 moved to Energy with a positive recommendation; SB 1730 and SB 2132 moved to the calendar.
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March 12, 2026 at 3:39 AM
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Tennessee's Senate just passed a controversial bill that could shroud immigration enforcement officers in secrecy, igniting a fierce debate over safety versus public accountability.

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Senate approves confidentiality measure for immigration‑enforcement participants after sharp floor debate
The Senate passed SB 14 64 to exempt certain information about participants in immigration enforcement from public inspection and attach penalties for unauthorized disclosure; supporters cited officer safety, opponents warned it risks shielding activity from public accountability.
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March 10, 2026 at 8:54 AM
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Tennessee's House State and Local Government Committee just advanced a slew of impactful bills, from supporting volunteer fire departments to enabling distillery tastings!

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Votes at a glance: committee moves consent calendar and a string of bills to next steps
The committee approved the consent calendar and moved multiple bills — including measures on volunteer fire grants, tourism promotion, distillery tasting rooms, campaign-security expenditures, historic property transfer and organ-donor encouragement — to the appropriate next calendars during a two-hour meeting.
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March 9, 2026 at 4:22 AM
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Tennessee's Senate Committee just advanced a sweeping package of bills aimed at streamlining board appointments and licensing, including a game-changing massage therapy compact!

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Senate Government Operations advances a package of appointment, licensing and cleanup bills
On Feb. 25 the committee advanced multiple bills — including board-appointment cleanups, a massage-therapy compact, benefits-committee changes and reconstituting the Arts Commission — with most measures receiving unanimous or strongly favorable committee votes and referrals to the next committees.
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February 27, 2026 at 7:29 AM
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Tennessee's Senate just passed a controversial bill that could change the landscape of private litigation, raising concerns about delays and costs for citizens!

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Tennessee Senate expands state'' right to immediate appeals after heated debate
Senate Bill 17-31, sponsored by Chairman Stevens, passed after extended floor debate over whether expanding immediate interlocutory appeals for the state would delay private litigation or ensure judicial efficiency; the bill passed 26-6.
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February 24, 2026 at 4:45 AM
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The Tennessee Senate Committee just advanced a series of crucial bills and agency budgets that could reshape local governance and public services!

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Senate State and Local Government Committee advances package of bills, forwards four agency budgets to Finance
The Tennessee Senate State and Local Government Committee on its regular calendar advanced a set of bills covering corrections training, retirement housekeeping, 9-1-1 system study and local meeting rules, and sent TRICOR, ABC, Veterans Services and General Services budgets to the Finance Committee.
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February 18, 2026 at 4:27 AM
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Tennessee's House Government Operations Committee just greenlit multiple agency extensions with unanimous votes, spotlighting significant developments in labor, tourism, and corrections!

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House Government Operations Committee advances multiple agency sunset extensions and compacts; votes at a glance
The committee advanced a package of agency sunset extensions and compacts including the Departments of Aging and Disability, General Services, Labor and Workforce Development, Tourist Development, the interstate compact for supervision of adult offenders, and the Offender Treatment Board. Votes were unanimous for most items; the offender board extension passed 11–1.
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February 10, 2026 at 10:49 PM
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Tennessee's Senate Committee just fast-tracked an 18-item consent calendar and multiple agency extensions, ensuring vital services continue without interruption!

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Senate Government Operations advances 18 consent items and multiple agency extensions
The Senate Committee on Government Operations approved an 18-item consent calendar and advanced a slate of agency sunset-extension bills to the calendar on Feb. 14, 2026, mostly by unanimous voice votes; a few items drew questions from senators before passing.
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February 5, 2026 at 10:29 AM
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In a seamless move, Leader Johnson led the Senate to join the House for the highly anticipated State of the State address, marking a pivotal moment in Tennessee politics.

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Senate recesses to join House for governor's State of the State address
Leader Johnson moved, and the Senate agreed without objection, to repair to the House chamber for the governor's State of the State address at 6 p.m.; the Senate stood in recess and will adjourn until 8:30 a.m. Thursday after the joint convention.
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February 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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The Government Operations Committee made significant strides on Oct. 15, 2025, advancing crucial rules that impact health, education, and environmental regulations in Tennessee.

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Committee votes: Government Operations committee advances multiple agency rules on Oct. 15, 2025
The joint Government Operations Committee issued positive recommendations on a range of emergency and permanent rules spanning health, education, licensing, utilities and environmental regulations; this roundup lists each agenda item, the committee’s action and the recorded vote or chamber outcome when provided in the transcript.
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October 22, 2025 at 9:18 PM
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The Joint Government Operations Committee has greenlit a series of crucial rule changes across multiple state agencies, while delaying one rule for further review.

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Committee issues positive recommendations on most rule items; one rule stayed 60 days
The joint Government Operations Committee issued positive recommendations on multiple emergency and permanent rules across state agencies and stayed one rule for 60 days after a member request.
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October 15, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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Tennessee lawmakers have just passed a groundbreaking law aimed at reshaping how government hires, sparking intense debate across the state.

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Tennessee lawmakers pass Dismantle DEi in Employment Act addressing hiring practices
Tennessee General Assembly enacts law to revise governmental hiring practices.
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May 28, 2025 at 9:57 PM
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Tennessee just passed House Bill 1408, shaking up the rules for appropriations and setting the stage for significant changes ahead!

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Tennessee General Assembly passes House Bill 1408 for statutory revisions
Tennessee enacts House Bill 1408, amending various code sections for appropriations implementation.
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May 28, 2025 at 9:52 PM
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Tennessee lawmakers can now put a stop to the governor's state of emergency declarations with a groundbreaking new bill!

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Tennessee General Assembly limits governor's emergency powers with new bill
Legislation allows General Assembly to terminate governor's state of emergency declarations.
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May 28, 2025 at 9:51 PM
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Tennessee just took a significant step by passing Bill 1092, which reshapes how local governments access federal financial assistance!

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Tennessee House passes Bill 1092 on federal financial assistance applications
Tennessee General Assembly enacts Bill 1092 addressing federal financial assistance for governments.
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May 28, 2025 at 9:45 PM
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Tennessee is taking a bold step towards equality by amending employment laws to prioritize merit over race, age, or gender in state government.

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Tennessee General Assembly amends employment laws to prioritize merit over demographics
Bill prohibits employment decisions based on race, age, or gender in state government.
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May 28, 2025 at 9:38 PM
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In a dramatic showdown, the Tennessee House passed a contentious motion despite Senate confusion, highlighting the intricate dance of legislative decision-making.

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House passes motion with positive recommendation amid Senate voting confusion
House votes favorably on motion while Senate rejects it after complex roll call confusion.
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May 20, 2025 at 5:55 PM
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Tennessee's General Assembly just shook things up by passing Senate Bill 181, a major overhaul of governmental regulations!

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Tennessee General Assembly enacts Senate Bill 181 to amend governmental entities code
Tennessee's General Assembly passes Senate Bill 181, revising governmental entities' regulations.
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May 15, 2025 at 6:10 PM