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

HB 347: Children - As enacted, clarifies that the economic disadvantage of a parent or guardian alone is not a ground for termination of parental rights; clarifies that, for purposes of laws relative to juvenile courts and proceedings, "neglect" does not exist solely on the basis of economic disadvantage. - Amends TCA Title 36; Title 37 and Title 39.

In committee Last action May 13, 2025: Comp. became Pub. Ch. 322

Plain-language summary

HB 347 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on January 23, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Children - As enacted, clarifies that the economic disadvantage of a parent or guardian alone is not a ground for termination of parental rights; clarifies that, for purposes of laws relative to juvenile courts and proceedings, "neglect" does not exist solely on the basis of economic disadvantage. - Amends TCA Title 36; Title 37 and Title 39. Primary sponsor: Chris Hurt (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 13, 2025): Comp. became Pub. Ch. 322.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Chris Hurt (Republican).