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Tennessee's House Bill 43, proposing "Tennessee" by Arrested Development as the official state song, sparks a heated debate on cultural representation and the power of music to shape identity.

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Tennessee House votes against bill to adopt Arrested Development's song as state anthem
House bill 43 fails as legislators reject proposal for Tennessee as state song.
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February 19, 2025 at 11:01 PM
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Tennessee takes a bold step against threats of mass violence and doxxing by passing HB 1314—find out what this means for safety in the state!

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Tennessee legislature enacts HB 1314 targeting mass violence threats and doxxing
Tennessee passes HB 1314 establishing penalties for mass violence threats and doxxing.
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May 28, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Tennessee just took a bold step towards reform with the passage of the Less is More Act, aiming to reshape multiple state codes for the better!

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Tennessee General Assembly passes Less is More Act of 2025
Tennessee legislators enact the Less is More Act to amend multiple state codes.
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May 28, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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Two groundbreaking bills, including one that could bring in $6.5 million for Tennessee, just passed unanimously in the Finance, Ways, and Means Subcommittee!

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House Bill 938 allowing bait hunting advances to full finance committee
House Bill 938 passes vote, promoting bait privilege licensing for hunters on private property.
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April 22, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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Tennessee lawmakers are making strides against human trafficking and improving employee leave policies in a transformative committee meeting.

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House committee advances multiple bills including family leave and groundwater management
Committee votes to move House Bills 322, 894, 370, 915, and 1163 to full finance.
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April 17, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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Tennessee's House of Representatives is gearing up for a pivotal election amendment that could redefine voter engagement in 2026!

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Senate sets general election amendment for November ballot
Senate directs clerk to place proposed amendment on November 2026 election ballot.
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April 17, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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The Tennessee House Committee sped through a packed agenda, approving 48 bills with unanimous support—what's next for these legislative moves?

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House Committee approves multiple bills for Wednesday's consent and regular calendars
House committee moves several bills forward for Wednesday's approval with unanimous support.
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April 17, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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Tennessee's Finance Committee just made waves by advancing key legislation on district attorney fees and student speech protections—what’s next for these game-changing bills?

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Tennessee House advances bills on fees and student speech protections
House votes unanimously in favor of bills addressing district attorney fees and student speech rights.
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April 15, 2025 at 2:55 AM
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Tennessee's House Bill 729 is shaking up the legal landscape by proposing harsher penalties for obstructing public passageways—will it protect safety or threaten civil liberties?

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Tennessee Assembly amends obstruction laws in House Bill 729
Tennessee House Bill 729 designates harsher penalties for obstructing highways and passageways.
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April 14, 2025 at 11:06 PM
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House Bill 1050 is gaining momentum in Tennessee as the Judiciary Committee adopts crucial amendments, paving the way for impactful legislation that resonates with community needs.

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House Bill 1050 moves forward after adopting two amendments in legislative session
Committee approves House Bill 1050 with two amendments during legislative discussion.
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April 10, 2025 at 7:49 AM
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Tennessee lawmakers are diving deep into a proposed bill that could uncover the shocking link between prescribed medications and gun violence—could this data save lives?

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Tennessee Senate debates impact of medications on gun violence legislation
Senators discuss the correlation between medications and gun violence during legislative session.
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April 8, 2025 at 12:22 AM
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Tennessee lawmakers clash over whether to classify robbery as a violent crime, igniting a fierce debate on justice and societal inequalities.

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Tennessee legislators debate adding robbery to violent crime definition
Committee discussions focus on defining robbery as a violent crime in legislation.
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April 3, 2025 at 8:44 PM
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The Tennessee House's Calendar and Rules Committee is making waves with the unanimous approval of key legislation, setting the stage for a crucial upcoming session.

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Committee discusses multiple house bills for Monday's regular and consent calendars
Committee approves several house bills for Monday's session without opposition.
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March 29, 2025 at 5:08 PM
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Tennessee's House Calendar and Rules Committee just advanced multiple crucial bills, showcasing a united front in legislative action ahead of Monday's session!

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Calendar and Rules Committee approves multiple House Bills for Monday's session
Committee moves various House Bills to next week's regular and consent calendars.
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March 28, 2025 at 6:34 PM
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Tennessee is on the brink of transformative change as House Bill No. 265, backed by bipartisan support, awaits the governor's signature to reshape key sectors across the state.

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House Bill No. 265 passes with approval from Tennessee's Governor Bill Lee
House Bill No. 265 passes in Tennessee with approval from Governor Bill Lee.
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March 25, 2025 at 9:52 AM
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Tennessee's House Bill 170 could reshape sales tax exemptions, raising questions about its impact on businesses and consumers alike.

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Tennessee General Assembly passes sales tax exemption amendment in House Bill 170
Tennessee lawmakers amend sales tax exemptions via House Bill 170.
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March 21, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Tennessee is modernizing its legal language by replacing "glee club" with "choral group" in a new bill, highlighting the importance of inclusivity in legislation.

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Tennessee General Assembly amends personal rights legislation to update choral group terminology
Tennessee lawmakers redefine 'glee club' as 'choral group' in new personal rights act.
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March 18, 2025 at 10:45 AM
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Tennessee is stepping up to protect its citizens with a groundbreaking bill aimed at safeguarding genetic data and preventing unethical organ harvesting practices.

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Tennessee legislature introduces Genomic Security and End Organ Harvesting Act
Tennessee lawmakers propose measures against forced organ harvesting and protect genetic research.
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March 11, 2025 at 12:06 PM
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Tennessee is taking a bold step to combat rising crime with Senate Bill 1129, which aims to toughen penalties for motor vehicle theft and stolen firearms.

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Tennessee lawmakers pass SB1129 addressing motor vehicle theft and possession of stolen firearms
Tennessee enacts law enhancing penalties for motor vehicle theft and possession of stolen firearms.
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March 5, 2025 at 10:10 PM
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Tennessee's House Bill 441 could ignite a battle over state sovereignty by allowing the nullification of federal laws deemed unconstitutional.

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Thomas Jefferson's Kentucky Resolution advocates state nullification of unconstitutional federal acts
Jefferson asserts states can nullify federal acts that exceed constitutional authority.
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February 21, 2025 at 10:32 AM
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Tennessee's Senate Bill 1429 could transform how state funds are managed by allowing agencies to choose between monthly or quarterly payments, igniting a debate on fiscal responsibility and efficiency.

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Tennessee General Assembly approves statutory revisions in SB1429 for appropriations act
Tennessee amends codes to allow monthly or quarterly payments under new legislation
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February 18, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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Tennessee is cracking down on unauthorized weather manipulation with Senate Bill 1033, imposing hefty fines and penalties that could reshape the future of meteorological research.

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Tennessee attorney general enforces new penalties against harmful chemical practices
Tennessee establishes new fines and misdemeanors targeting illegal chemical dispersal activities
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February 18, 2025 at 2:37 PM