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

HB 954: Law Enforcement - As introduced, requires each law enforcement agency to develop and implement an alternative crisis response unit; requires the Tennessee peace officer standards and training commission to establish uniform training standards for alternative crisis response units in all law enforcement agencies. - Amends TCA Title 33 and Title 38.

In committee Last action March 25, 2026: Taken off notice for cal in s/c Public Service Subcommittee of State & Local Government Committee

Plain-language summary

HB 954 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on February 4, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Law Enforcement - As introduced, requires each law enforcement agency to develop and implement an alternative crisis response unit; requires the Tennessee peace officer standards and training commission to establish uniform training standards for alternative crisis response units in all law enforcement agencies. - Amends TCA Title 33 and Title 38. Primary sponsor: Shaundelle Brooks (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 25, 2026): Taken off notice for cal in s/c Public Service Subcommittee of State & Local Government Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Shaundelle Brooks (Democratic).