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

HB 2372: Jails, Local Lock-ups - As introduced, specifies that a jailer's authorization to evaluate a person confined in the county jail for purposes of the person's care includes evaluating the person's need for medical attention. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 8, Chapter 8; Title 29; Title 40 and Title 41.

In committee Last action March 24, 2026: Taken off notice for cal. in State & Local Government Committee

Plain-language summary

HB 2372 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Jails, Local Lock-ups - As introduced, specifies that a jailer's authorization to evaluate a person confined in the county jail for purposes of the person's care includes evaluating the person's need for medical attention. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 8, Chapter 8; Title 29; Title 40 and Title 41. Primary sponsor: Clay Doggett (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 24, 2026): Taken off notice for cal. in State & Local Government Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Clay Doggett (Republican).