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

HB 696: Sexual Offenses - As introduced, establishes a sexual assault response team coordinator for the purpose of providing statewide training, support, and technical assistance to and oversight of sexual assault response teams. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 8 and Title 38.

In committee Last action April 15, 2026: Taken off notice for cal in s/c Finance, Ways and Means Subcommittee of Finance, Ways and Means Committee

Plain-language summary

HB 696 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on February 3, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Sexual Offenses - As introduced, establishes a sexual assault response team coordinator for the purpose of providing statewide training, support, and technical assistance to and oversight of sexual assault response teams. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 8 and Title 38. Primary sponsor: John Gillespie (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 15, 2026): Taken off notice for cal in s/c Finance, Ways and Means Subcommittee of Finance, Ways and Means Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: John Gillespie (Republican).