Tennessee 2025-2026 Regular Session

Tennessee House Bill HB2157

Introduced
2/2/26  
Refer
3/4/26  
Refer
4/7/26  
Refer
4/7/26  
Refer
4/15/26  
Refer
4/15/26  
Engrossed
4/21/26  
Enrolled
4/28/26  

Caption

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 8; Title 38 and Title 39, relative to law enforcement.

Impact

By rephrasing the timeline reference from 'days' to 'business days', the bill aims to improve the operational efficiency of law enforcement agencies. This change is designed to provide agencies with clearer guidance, potentially reducing the rushed responses under the constraint of a shorter time frame. It is likely to have a positive impact on the ability of law enforcement personnel to adequately manage their workload, thereby enhancing the overall effectiveness of law enforcement in Tennessee.

Summary

House Bill 2157 seeks to amend specific provisions within the Tennessee Code Annotated, particularly focusing on Title 8, Title 38, and Title 39, which relate to law enforcement. The notable change introduced by this bill is the alteration of a time frame regarding law enforcement procedures from 'ten days' to 'ten business days'. This adjustment signifies a shift in how law enforcement agencies in Tennessee will operate, with the potential to extend timelines for responses or actions that are critical to law enforcement operations.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HB2157 appears to be neutral to positive, with support primarily stemming from those who believe that clarifying operational timelines can benefit law enforcement efficiency. There's also an acknowledgment that longer time frames have the potential to lead to more thorough investigations and processing of cases. However, without more vibrant debate or public commentary, the overall sentiment seems largely supportive of the administrative adjustments implied by this bill.

Contention

While the bill seems straightforward, there could be underlying concern regarding the operational impacts this extension may have on certain urgent timelines in law enforcement contexts. Some members of the legislature may express worries about whether this could inadvertently lead to delays in critical situations whereas others could argue for the need for more realism in the scheduling of law enforcement tasks. The bill's passage reflects a prioritization of clarity and precise conduct in official law enforcement procedures.

Companion Bills

TN SB2405

Crossfiled AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 8; Title 38 and Title 39, relative to law enforcement.

Previously Filed As

TN SB2405

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 8; Title 38 and Title 39, relative to law enforcement.

TN HB2219

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 7; Title 8; Title 16; Title 17; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40 and Title 41, relative to immigration.

TN SB2223

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 7; Title 8; Title 16; Title 17; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40 and Title 41, relative to immigration.

TN SB1486

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 7; Title 38 and Title 41, relative to enforcement of immigration laws.

TN HB2018

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 7; Title 38 and Title 41, relative to enforcement of immigration laws.

TN HB1442

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 38 and Title 39, relative to law enforcement officers.

TN SB2011

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 38 and Title 39, relative to law enforcement officers.

TN HB2204

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 8; Title 9 and Title 38, relative to compensation of law enforcement officers.

TN SB2177

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 8; Title 9 and Title 38, relative to compensation of law enforcement officers.

TN SB0846

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 8; Title 10; Title 16; Title 37; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 41 and Title 55, relative to criminal justice.

Similar Bills

TN HB2560

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 9; Title 13; Title 16; Title 39; Title 55; Title 58; Title 62; Title 65; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to emergency management.

TN SB2248

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 9; Title 13; Title 16; Title 39; Title 55; Title 58; Title 62; Title 65; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to emergency management.

TN SB0329

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 1; Title 2; Title 3; Title 4; Title 5; Title 7; Title 8; Title 9; Title 10; Title 11; Title 12; Title 13; Title 16; Title 20; Title 22; Title 24; Title 31; Title 33; Title 36; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 43; Title 44; Title 45; Title 47; Title 48; Title 49; Title 50; Title 53; Title 54; Title 55; Title 56; Title 61; Title 62; Title 63; Title 64; Title 65; Title 66; Title 67; Title 68; Title 69 and Title 71, relative to electronic transmissions.

TN HB0321

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 1; Title 2; Title 3; Title 4; Title 5; Title 7; Title 8; Title 9; Title 10; Title 11; Title 12; Title 13; Title 16; Title 20; Title 22; Title 24; Title 31; Title 33; Title 36; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 43; Title 44; Title 45; Title 47; Title 48; Title 49; Title 50; Title 53; Title 54; Title 55; Title 56; Title 61; Title 62; Title 63; Title 64; Title 65; Title 66; Title 67; Title 68; Title 69 and Title 71, relative to electronic transmissions.

TN SB1227

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 7; Title 8; Title 10; Title 33; Title 36; Title 37; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 49; Title 50; Title 57; Title 67; Title 68 and Title 70, relative to firearms.

TN HB1189

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 7; Title 8; Title 10; Title 33; Title 36; Title 37; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 49; Title 50; Title 57; Title 67; Title 68 and Title 70, relative to firearms.

TN HB0806

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 7; Title 8; Title 10; Title 33; Title 36; Title 37; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 49; Title 50; Title 57; Title 67; Title 68 and Title 70, relative to firearms.

TN HB1237

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 21; Title 9; Title 62; Title 63 and Title 68, relative to state entities.