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

HB 679: Sexual Offenses - As enacted, provides that when the victim of a sexually oriented crime is a minor, the consent of a parent or guardian is not required for the victim to receive a forensic medical examination. - Amends TCA Title 29; Title 38 and Title 39.

Enacted Last action March 23, 2026: Pub. Ch. 597

Plain-language summary

HB 679 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on February 3, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Sexual Offenses - As enacted, provides that when the victim of a sexually oriented crime is a minor, the consent of a parent or guardian is not required for the victim to receive a forensic medical examination. - Amends TCA Title 29; Title 38 and Title 39. Primary sponsor: Bob Freeman (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 23, 2026): Pub. Ch. 597.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Bob Freeman (Democratic).