Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Joint Resolution

SJR 590: Constitutional Amendments - Proposes an amendment to Article XI, Section 5 of the Constitution of Tennessee, to allow for bingo games conducted by 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(19) organizations to meet a charitable, nonprofit, or community service purpose. -

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

Plain-language summary

SJR 590 is a joint resolution introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Constitutional Amendments - Proposes an amendment to Article XI, Section 5 of the Constitution of Tennessee, to allow for bingo games conducted by 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(19) organizations to meet a charitable, nonprofit, or community service purpose. -. Primary sponsor: Raumesh Akbari (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 22, 2026): Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Raumesh Akbari (Democratic).