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

SB 2097: Election Laws - As introduced, requires the secretary of state to direct each county election commission to place a ballot question on the ballot for the November general election in 2026 asking voters whether this state should legalize the sale, possession, and use of medical cannabis. - Amends TCA Title 2.

In committee Last action March 24, 2026: Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate State and Local Government Committee

Plain-language summary

SB 2097 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 22, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Election Laws - As introduced, requires the secretary of state to direct each county election commission to place a ballot question on the ballot for the November general election in 2026 asking voters whether this state should legalize the sale, possession, and use of medical cannabis. - Amends TCA Title 2. Primary sponsor: Raumesh Akbari (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 24, 2026): Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate State and Local Government Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Raumesh Akbari (Democratic).