Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill
SB 2355: Courts, Juvenile - As enacted, generally requires a guardian ad litem appointed by the court to complete training appropriate to that role, including training in early childhood, child, and adolescent development. - Amends TCA Title 16; Title 20; Title 33; Title 34; Title 36 and Title 37.
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2355 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Courts, Juvenile - As enacted, generally requires a guardian ad litem appointed by the court to complete training appropriate to that role, including training in early childhood, child, and adolescent development. - Amends TCA Title 16; Title 20; Title 33; Title 34; Title 36 and Title 37. Primary sponsor: Becky Massey (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 29, 2026): Pub. Ch. 810.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Becky Massey | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 6 |
“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. 810
- Effective date(s) 07/01/2026
- Signed by Governor.
- Transmitted to Governor for action.
- Signed by H. Speaker
- Signed by Senate Speaker
- Subst. for comp. HB.
- Am. withdrawn. (Amendment 1 - HA0862)
- Passed H., Ayes 91, Nays 4, PNV 1
- Enrolled and ready for signatures
- Rcvd. from S., held on H. desk.
- Senate adopted Amendment (Amendment 1 - SA0517)
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