Sentencing - As introduced, reduces the time within which a sentencing hearing must be held from within 45 days after a finding of guilt to within 30 days after the finding of guilt. - Amends TCA Title 38; Title 39 and Title 40.

HB 2311 shortens the deadline for holding criminal sentencing hearings in Tennessee from 45 days to 30 days after a defendant is found guilty. This change directly affects all criminal defendants awaiting sentencing in Tennessee courts, as well as prosecutors and judges managing case timelines. The bill amends Tennessee Code Section 40-35-209(a) to update the statutory time limit, with no other substantive changes to sentencing procedures. The law would take effect on July 1, 2026, as specified in the bill text.