Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill
SB 1970: Public Records - As enacted, entitles an individual who is not a citizen of this state to inspect or receive a copy of any law enforcement record or report pertaining solely to that individual. - Amends TCA Title 10, Chapter 7.
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 1970 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 22, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Public Records - As enacted, entitles an individual who is not a citizen of this state to inspect or receive a copy of any law enforcement record or report pertaining solely to that individual. - Amends TCA Title 10, Chapter 7. Primary sponsor: Raumesh Akbari (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 24, 2026): Pub. Ch. 711.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raumesh Akbari | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
“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. 711
- Effective date(s) 07/01/2026
- Signed by Governor.
- Signed by H. Speaker
- Transmitted to Governor for action.
- Enrolled and ready for signatures
- Signed by Senate Speaker
- Concurred, Ayes 32, Nays 0 (Amendment 1 - HA0732)
- Placed on Senate Message Calendar for 3/30/2026
- Subst. for comp. HB.
- H. adopted am. (Amendment 1 - HA0732)
- Passed H., as am., Ayes 80, Nays 0, PNV 8
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