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January 14, 2025 marks the start of the 2025 legislative session and the beginning of the 114th General Assembly.
Here at the ACLU of Tennessee – knowing what urgent fights lie ahead during the 2025 legislative session – we are dedicated to working alongside legislators, partner organizations, and our supporters to protect our rights, connect lawmakers with Tennesseans directly affected by the bills they write, and defeat harmful legislation that threatens freedom for us all.
Together, with your help, we will cultivate a thriving democracy in Tennessee and ensure dignity and equity for everyone under the law.
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Jan 9, 2025
2025 Legislative Action Center
State legislation is deeply tied to our civil liberties. Learn about the bills that have the potential to either expand or diminish Tennesseans rights.
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Apr 7, 2025
SB 30/HB 55
Apr 7, 2025
SB 30/HB 55
Fight for Justice: Stop Expanded Police Powers and Protect Community Rights
Police Accountability
Position: Oppose
Status: Active
Overview:
SB 30/HB 55 poses a serious threat to our rights. By escalating criminal penalties...
Right now, Tennessee lawmakers are considering an amendment to SB 1087/HB 177 that would make it a crime for an undocumented person to enter the state. This legislation...
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Mar 24, 2025
HB 533
Mar 24, 2025
HB 533
Protect Fertility Care and Contraception in Tennessee
Reproductive Justice
Position: Support
Status: Active
State policymakers are considering HB 533, the "Fertility Treatment and Contraceptive Protection Act," crucial legislation designed to protect Tennesseans' right to access essential reproductive...
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Mar 17, 2025
SB 1130 /HB 1051
Mar 17, 2025
SB 1130 /HB 1051
FREE THE BOOKS: Support the Freedom to Read Act in Tennessee
Free Speech & Censorship
Position: Support
Status: Active
The "Freedom to Read Act" in Tennessee is an essential piece of legislation that would protect the constitutional rights of both students and educators, ensuring that every child can benefit from a well-...
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Mar 4, 2025
SB 836/HB 793
Mar 4, 2025
SB 836/HB 793
Stop State Lawmakers From Bullying Undocumented Kids
Immigrants’ Rights
Position: Oppose
Status: Active
Tennessee lawmakers are pushing SB 836/HB 793, a dangerous bill that would allow schools to discriminate against undocumented kids by denying them enrollment.
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Feb 26, 2025
SB 194/HB 26
Feb 26, 2025
SB 194/HB 26
Stop Tennessee Politicians' Attack on Abortion Medications
Reproductive Justice
Position: Oppose
Status: Active
The Tennessee legislature has prioritized SB 194/HB 26, which would criminalize the mailing of safe, FDA-approved...