Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill
SB 1972: Veterans - As introduced, enacts the “Tennessee Veteran Protection and Due Process Act.” - Amends TCA Title 7; Title 8; Title 38 and Title 58.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 1972 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 22, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Veterans - As introduced, enacts the “Tennessee Veteran Protection and Due Process Act.” - Amends TCA Title 7; Title 8; Title 38 and Title 58. Primary sponsor: Raumesh Akbari (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 24, 2026): Failed in Senate State and Local Government Committee.
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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
- Failed in Senate State and Local Government Committee
- Placed on Senate State and Local Government Committee calendar for 3/24/2026
- Action deferred in Senate State and Local Government Committee to 3/24/2026
- Placed on Senate State and Local Government Committee calendar for 3/17/2026
- Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate State and Local Government Committee
- Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
- Filed for introduction