The Tennessee legislature is considering a bill that would allow guardians to opt their schoolchildren out of learning about the LGBT community. The bill passed through the House Education Instruction Committee today.
Tennessee Is A Signature Away From Letting Most People Carry A Handgun With No Permit
Tennessee is on track to become the latest state to eliminate the requirement that gun owners get a permit to carry in public. The state House of Representatives approved the measure last night, and hours before the vote, Governor Bill Lee reiterated he intends to sign it.
Gov. Bill Lee Signs Bill Limiting Transgender Athletes Into Law
Gov. Bill Lee has signed a bill into law barring transgender students from competing in girls’ sports. Lee has previously said transgender athletes would “put a glass ceiling back over women.” I signed the bill to preserve women's athletics and ensure fair competition. This legislation responds to damaging federal policies that stand in opposition to […]
Nashville Lawyer Makes Second Attempt To Restrain Local Government
A Nashville lawyer is making a second attempt to weaken the local government’s power. Jim Roberts submitted over 14,000 petition signatures to the Metro Clerk’s Office on Thursday. The courts may have to step in to determine how many signatures are needed to qualify the petition.
Resolution To Make The Bible Tennessee’s Official State Book Returns To The Legislature
A push to designate the Bible the official state book of Tennessee has returned to the state legislature. This is the third time Rep. Jerry Sexton, R-Bean Station, has pushed this measure (HJR0150), despite some concerns of its constitutionality from other lawmakers.
Tennessee Lawmakers Near Final Vote On Eliminating Gun Permit Requirement
Tennessee lawmakers are getting close to a final vote on a plan to do away with the state’s gun permit requirement. The measure has passed the Senate and is on track for a vote on the House floor — possibly as soon as next week.
A Series of Anti-Transgender Legislation Is Progressing Through the Tennessee General Assembly
A slate of anti-transgender bills is progressing quickly through the state legislature. LGBT activists say these measures could have a devastating effect on the health of transgender youth.
Sen. Marsha Blackburn Again Sponsors New Asylum Restrictions
Tennessee Sen. Marsha Blackburn is, once again, co-sponsoring a bill to tighten restrictions on immigration. It’s the third try for retiring Oklahoma Sen. Jim Inhofe’s legislation, called the “Asylum Abuse Reduction Act.” Blackburn first signed on as one of five co-sponsors in the bill’s second iteration in 2019.
After Court Fight Over Absentee Ballots, A New Proposal Would Strip Nashville Judges Of State Cases
Tennessee lawmakers are discussing a measure that would take many lawsuits filed against the state away from Nashville judges. The move comes on the heels of a failed attempt to oust a judge in Nashville over her rulings to expand absentee voting because of the pandemic.
Tennessee Lawmakers Debate Ban On Treatment For Transgender Teens
A new bill in the Tennessee legislature could impact transgender youths’ access to transitioning treatment. The measure proposes a ban on gender-affirming medical care before puberty.
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