Children's Services, Dept. of - As introduced, changes from January 31 to February 15 the date by which the commissioner shall publish an annual report regarding operation of the department and the services and programs under its supervision. - Amends TCA Title 36 and Title 37.
HB 1637 moves the annual reporting deadline for Tennessee's Department of Children's Services from January 31 to February 15. The bill directly affects the Department of Children's Services, requiring it to publish its annual report on department operations and programs by the new date. This is a procedural change to existing reporting requirements under Tennessee law, with no new program provisions or funding impacts. The change takes effect July 1, 2026.
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Introduced Jan 15, 2026
Last action Jan 21, 2026
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William Lamberth
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