Weekly Wrap-Up

Gov. Lee announces 2023 priorities in State of the State Address
Lee proposes unprecedented $3.3 billion investment in transportation and infrastructure (NASHVILLE) February 10, 2023 -- This week was highlighted by
Senate prioritizes legislation to protect children
(NASHVILLE) February 3, 2023 – This week, Senate committees voted on legislation and continued to hear reports from various agencies
New legislation aims to make significant improvements to juvenile justice system
Joint Ad Hoc Committee on Juvenile Justice announces its recommendations (NASHVILLE) January 26, 2023 – The General Assembly wrapped up
Tax relief, public safety and education highlight fiscally responsible budget passed by General Assembly
(NASHVILLE) April 22, 2022 - The state budget led a host of important bills approved by lawmakers this week as
Senate approves proposed civics institute at UT-Knoxville
(NASHVILLE) - April 14, 2021 - The Senate continued to wind down its business as many important bills received final
Campaign ethics reform passes first hurdle to increase accountability for political organizations
(NASHVILLE) April 7, 2022 – As Senate committees continue to finalize their business for the 112th General Assembly, the Judiciary
Budget becomes central focus of General Assembly
(NASHVILLE) March 31, 2022 – Action on Capitol Hill continued to shift from committees to the floor of the Senate
Senate passes legislation to combat indoctrination in higher education
(NASHVILLE, Tenn.), March 24, 2022 – The Senate this week passed legislation that protects students and employees at public universities
Truth in Sentencing legislation gets committee approval
(Nashville, Tenn.), March 17 — The Judiciary Committee this week passed a “truth in sentencing” bill that requires a person
Bill expands access to broadband internet in rural communities
(Nashville, Tenn.), March 11— Legislation aimed at expanding access to broadband internet in rural communities advanced through the Commerce and