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

SB 1759: State Inmates - As introduced, requires the department of correction to keep a copy of each validated risk and needs assessment of each inmate under its supervision and control for the duration of the inmate's period of incarceration. - Amends TCA Title 41.

In committee Last action March 3, 2026: Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate State and Local Government Committee

Plain-language summary

SB 1759 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 20, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: State Inmates - As introduced, requires the department of correction to keep a copy of each validated risk and needs assessment of each inmate under its supervision and control for the duration of the inmate's period of incarceration. - Amends TCA Title 41. Primary sponsor: Richard Briggs (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 3, 2026): Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate State and Local Government Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Richard Briggs (Republican).