Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Joint Resolution

HJR 794: Constitutional Amendments - Proposes an amendment to Article XI, Section 5 of the Constitution of Tennessee, to allow for bingo games conducted by 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(19) organizations to meet a charitable, nonprofit, or community service purpose. -

In committee Last action March 3, 2026: Taken off notice for cal in s/c Departments & Agencies Subcommittee of State & Local Government Committee

Plain-language summary

HJR 794 is a joint resolution introduced in the Tennessee House on January 20, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Constitutional Amendments - Proposes an amendment to Article XI, Section 5 of the Constitution of Tennessee, to allow for bingo games conducted by 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(19) organizations to meet a charitable, nonprofit, or community service purpose. -. Primary sponsor: Johnny Shaw (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 3, 2026): Taken off notice for cal in s/c Departments & Agencies Subcommittee of State & Local Government Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Johnny Shaw (Democratic).