Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill
SB 1602: Sentencing - As enacted, enacts the "James Bardsley, Jr. Life Protection Act." - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 13 and Title 55, Chapter 10.
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 1602 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Sentencing - As enacted, enacts the "James Bardsley, Jr. Life Protection Act." - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 13 and Title 55, Chapter 10. Primary sponsor: Tom Hatcher (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 27, 2026): Pub. Ch. 1072.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Hatcher | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 2 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Pub. Ch. 1072
- Effective date(s) 07/01/2026
- Signed by Governor.
- Transmitted to Governor for action.
- Signed by H. Speaker
- Signed by Senate Speaker
- Enrolled and ready for signatures
- Sponsor(s) Added.
- Concurred, Ayes 29, Nays 0 (Amendment 2 - HA1210)
- Subst. for comp. HB.
- H. adopted am. (Amendment 2 - HA1210)
- Am. withdrawn. (Amendment 1 - HA0994)
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