Governor - As introduced, prohibits the governor from making a decision regarding the option to not enroll or to disenroll this state in the summer electronic transfer benefits program, unless authorized by the general assembly. - Amends TCA Title 71.

SB 2494 prevents Tennessee's governor from deciding to leave or not join the federal Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) program - commonly known as SUN Bucks - without prior approval from the Tennessee General Assembly. The bill directly affects the governor’s authority, requiring a joint resolution from both legislative chambers to authorize any decision about the program’s enrollment. Key provisions mandate that the governor cannot act unilaterally on this program, which served over 700,000 children in 2024. The law amends Tennessee Code Title 71 to establish this requirement, ensuring legislative oversight for participation in the federal benefit program.