DNA and Genetic Testing - As enacted, requires collection of a biological specimen from certain convicted offenders to be collected within 30 days of sentencing to be used for DNA analysis; requires a law enforcement agency to submit a biological specimen from an offender who dies while incarcerated and was previously convicted of a qualifying offense. - Amends TCA Title 40, Chapter 35, Part 3.

HB 341 requires Tennessee law enforcement to collect a biological specimen for DNA analysis from certain convicted offenders within 30 days of sentencing (or before release if incarceration is shorter). It also mandates that agencies submit specimens from deceased offenders previously convicted of qualifying offenses, regardless of conviction date. The bill affects individuals convicted of felonies or specific misdemeanors sentenced to prison or jail. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation will maintain all collected specimens per existing law. The law takes effect July 1, 2025.