Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill

HB 2128: Children - As introduced, establishes that children have equal protection under the law and possess fundamental rights to safety, protection from harm, and consideration of their best interests as the paramount concern in all legal proceedings, governmental actions, and policy decisions affecting their welfare. - Amends TCA Title 36 and Title 37.

In committee Last action March 10, 2026: Taken off notice for cal in s/c Children and Family Affairs Subcommittee of Judiciary Committee

Plain-language summary

HB 2128 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Children - As introduced, establishes that children have equal protection under the law and possess fundamental rights to safety, protection from harm, and consideration of their best interests as the paramount concern in all legal proceedings, governmental actions, and policy decisions affecting their welfare. - Amends TCA Title 36 and Title 37. Primary sponsor: Becky Jo Alexander (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 10, 2026): Taken off notice for cal in s/c Children and Family Affairs Subcommittee of Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Becky Jo Alexander (Republican).