Gov. Bill Lee has not yet decided whether he should call for a special session. But, the Republican told reporters Tuesday it might be needed in order for lawmakers to pass a measure that would protect businesses from COVID-19-related lawsuits.
Lawmakers Clash On Tennessee House Floor Over Resolution Memorializing Teenager
Ashanti Nikole Posey — that was the name of the teenager whom a group of Tennessee representatives were trying to memorialize Tuesday night.
Tennessee General Assembly, Gov. Lee Agree To Pass Budget And Recess Due To Pandemic
The Tennessee General Assembly will go on a recess soon to prevent the spread of coronavirus. The decision came a day after Gov. Bill Lee met with the speakers of the Senate and House to discuss postponing business.
Tennessee Criminal Justice Reforms Could Follow Gov. Bill Lee’s Task Force
Gov. Bill Lee’s criminal justice reform task force unveiled 23 policy recommendations Thursday afternoon. The suggestions range from expanding educational opportunities in prison to rewriting the state’s sentencing code. Now, it’s up to lawmakers to decide which proposals will make it onto the legislative agenda.
East Tennessee Rep. Jeremy Faison Elected Chair Of The House Republican Caucus
Listen On the eve of the election of a new House speaker, Republican lawmakers chose to Rep. Jeremy Faison as the new caucus chairman.
The Tri-Star State: There’s A National Conversation On Gun Control. What About In Tennessee?
Listen The recent back-to-back mass shootings in Texas and Ohio have prompted a national conversation on gun control laws. One of the measures being discussed, both nationally and at the state level, are so-called “red flag” laws.
Tennessee’s Police Oversight Boards Will Keep Subpoena Power, But With A Check In Place
Listen Police oversight boards in Tennessee will not be completely stripped of the ability to issue subpoenas. But they won’t be able to exercise the power without a little help, according to a compromise reached Monday by state lawmakers.
Bipartisan Effort Would Keep Tennesseans From Losing Their Licenses Over Court Fines
Listen A federal appeals court is considering whether Tennessee should have the ability to take away the driver’s licenses of individuals who can’t pay fines. But, state lawmakers are not waiting for that ruling.
Republican Lawmakers Say They Could Weigh In On Nashville’s New Police Oversight Board
Listen The voter-approved Community Oversight Board in Nashville could be a point of contention when the state legislature reconvenes next month. Republican leaders have recently expressed concerns that could stop the board in its tracks.
Nashville Judge Waiving Hold In Domestic Violence Case Inspires Legislation
The premature release of a Nashville man who allegedly beat his girlfriend has already resulted in a legislative proposal to make the 12-hour holding period mandatory.
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