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

SB 2373: Jails, Local Lock-ups - As introduced, specifies that a jailer's authorization to evaluate a person confined in the county jail for purposes of the person's care includes evaluating the person's need for medical attention. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 8, Chapter 8; Title 29; Title 40 and Title 41.

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

Plain-language summary

SB 2373 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Jails, Local Lock-ups - As introduced, specifies that a jailer's authorization to evaluate a person confined in the county jail for purposes of the person's care includes evaluating the person's need for medical attention. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 8, Chapter 8; Title 29; Title 40 and Title 41. Primary sponsor: Paul Rose (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 24, 2026): Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate State and Local Government Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Paul Rose (Republican).