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

SB 455: Probation and Parole - As introduced, removes the limitations on the board of parole's authority to deny parole based solely on the seriousness of the offense for certain offenses to allow denial based on the seriousness of the offense for any offense. - Amends TCA Title 40, Chapter 35, Part 5.

Vetoed Last action May 5, 2025: Vetoed by Governor.

Plain-language summary

SB 455 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 29, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Probation and Parole - As introduced, removes the limitations on the board of parole's authority to deny parole based solely on the seriousness of the offense for certain offenses to allow denial based on the seriousness of the offense for any offense. - Amends TCA Title 40, Chapter 35, Part 5. Primary sponsor: Paul Rose (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 5, 2025): Vetoed by Governor.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Paul Rose (Republican).