Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill
SB 1621: Human Resources, Department of - As introduced, urges the department to allocate a minimum of $16,000 annually in vocational rehabilitation funds for the purpose of supporting accessible information services for blind persons in this state. - Amends TCA Title 4 and Title 71.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 1621 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Human Resources, Department of - As introduced, urges the department to allocate a minimum of $16,000 annually in vocational rehabilitation funds for the purpose of supporting accessible information services for blind persons in this state. - Amends TCA Title 4 and Title 71. Primary sponsor: Richard Briggs (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 4, 2026): Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Health and Welfare Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Briggs | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 7 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Health and Welfare Committee
- Sponsor(s) Added.
- Placed on Senate Health and Welfare Committee calendar for 3/4/2026
- Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Health and Welfare Committee
- Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
- Filed for introduction