Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill
SB 560: Children - As enacted, clarifies that the economic disadvantage of a parent or guardian alone is not a ground for termination of parental rights; clarifies that, for purposes of laws relative to juvenile courts and proceedings, "neglect" does not exist solely on the basis of economic disadvantage. - Amends TCA Title 36; Title 37 and Title 39.
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 560 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 30, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Children - As enacted, clarifies that the economic disadvantage of a parent or guardian alone is not a ground for termination of parental rights; clarifies that, for purposes of laws relative to juvenile courts and proceedings, "neglect" does not exist solely on the basis of economic disadvantage. - Amends TCA Title 36; Title 37 and Title 39. Primary sponsor: Ed Jackson (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 13, 2025): Pub. Ch. 322.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ed Jackson | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 25 |
“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. 322
- Effective date(s) 07/01/2025
- Signed by Governor.
- Transmitted to Governor for action.
- Signed by Senate Speaker
- Signed by H. Speaker
- Enrolled and ready for signatures
- Subst. for comp. HB.
- Am. withdrawn. (Amendment 1 - HA0278)
- Passed H., Ayes 95, Nays 0, PNV 0
- Rcvd. from S., held on H. desk.
- Sponsor(s) Added.
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