SB 2656: Welfare - As introduced, directs TACIR to conduct a study into homelessness and ways to combat the rise of homelessness; requires TACIR to file the report with the health and welfare committee of the senate, the committee in the house of representatives with jurisdiction over matters pertaining to homelessness, and the legislative librarian before January 31, 2027. - Amends TCA Title 4 and Title 71.

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SB 2656 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Welfare - As introduced, directs TACIR to conduct a study into homelessness and ways to combat the rise of homelessness; requires TACIR to file the report with the health and welfare committee of the senate, the committee in the house of representatives with jurisdiction over matters pertaining to homelessness, and the legislative librarian before January 31, 2027. - Amends TCA Title 4 and Title 71. Primary sponsor: Heidi Campbell (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 17, 2026): Action deferred in Senate Health and Welfare Committee to 3/18/2026.

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