Tennessee House Bill HB2567

Tennessee 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/3/26
• Refer: 3/4/26
• Refer: 3/18/26
• Refer: 3/25/26
• Refer: 4/1/26
• Refer: 4/7/26
• Engrossed: 4/13/26
• Enrolled: 4/15/26
• Passed: 5/1/26

Caption

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 18; Section 38-6-103; Title 39 and Title 40, relative to domestic violence.

Impact

The adjustments put forth in HB2567 may significantly affect the legal landscape surrounding domestic violence cases in Tennessee. By extending the timeline for necessary legal actions to be taken, the bill seeks to ensure that individuals who are victims of domestic violence have adequate time to pursue protection orders or other legal remedies. This modification could lead to more effective enforcement of protection measures intended to safeguard victims from their abusers.

Summary

House Bill 2567 aims to amend existing laws within the Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically targeting provisions around domestic violence. The bill proposes a change to the specified time frame in which certain legal actions must be taken, replacing 'seven (7) days' with 'seven (7) business days.' This change is intended to provide individuals more manageable time to act in response to situations involving domestic violence, reflecting a sensitivity to the complexities involved in these cases.

Contention

While the provisions of HB2567 might be seen as a positive step towards improving the response to domestic violence, there may be points of contention regarding the practicality of implementing business day definitions. Critics may argue that while the intentions are commendable, the operational aspects could create delays in urgent situations, potentially leaving victims vulnerable. These discussions may highlight the overarching challenge of balancing legal procedures with the immediate safety needs of individuals affected by domestic violence.