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

SB 1703: Children - As introduced, adds to the definition of a dependent and neglected child a child whose parent or guardian is unable to provide care and control of the child due to circumstances beyond the parent's or guardian's control; requires this finding to be made by a court at an adjudicatory hearing. - Amends TCA Title 36 and Title 37.

In committee Last action January 22, 2026: Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee

Plain-language summary

SB 1703 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Children - As introduced, adds to the definition of a dependent and neglected child a child whose parent or guardian is unable to provide care and control of the child due to circumstances beyond the parent's or guardian's control; requires this finding to be made by a court at an adjudicatory hearing. - Amends TCA Title 36 and Title 37. Primary sponsor: Adam Lowe (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 22, 2026): Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Adam Lowe (Republican).