HB 1009 increases property tax relief for disabled veteran homeowners in Tennessee by raising the home value threshold for tax exemption from $175,000 to $250,000. This change directly affects disabled veterans who own their primary residence, allowing them to qualify for relief on a larger portion of their home's market value. The bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 67-5-704, to update this threshold, meaning veterans with homes valued up to $250,000 will receive tax relief where previously only homes up to $175,000 qualified. The law would take effect on July 1, 2025.
SB 1017 allows eligible disabled veterans in Tennessee to use a free parking placard instead of a special license plate for parking purposes. Veterans who qualify for a free license plate under existing law (TCA § 55-4-256) may apply for a free placard, while those already issued a free license plate can obtain a placard by paying the standard $20 fee. The placard must be displayed as directed and can be used in place of the license plate when parking. This policy change, effective July 1, 2026, directly affects disabled veterans who currently receive free license plates or qualify for them.
HB 790 amends Tennessee law to allow honorably discharged National Guard members to receive a "veteran" designation on their driver's licenses. It directly affects National Guard members who provide documentation like a DD-256 discharge certificate or NGB Form 22 confirming an honorable discharge. The bill adds National Guard members to the existing definition of "veteran" for license designation under TCA §55-50-354 and specifies the required documents. This change took effect on April 3, 2025, after being signed by the Governor.
HB 756 allows Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS) members to purchase credit for peacetime military service (since October 15, 1940) toward their retirement benefits. It directly affects current and retired TCRS members who served in the U.S. military during peacetime. The bill establishes a 1:1 credit ratio (one day of service for each day served), requiring members to pay 9% of their earnable compensation as contributions for the military service period. The law takes effect July 1, 2025, and does not change retirement eligibility or benefit calculations beyond this credit expansion.
HB 765 requires that 10% of excess proceeds from delinquent property tax sales in Tennessee be allocated to provide tax relief for specific homeowners. It directly affects elderly low-income residents, disabled individuals, disabled veterans, and widows of disabled veterans. The bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 67, Chapter 5, by adding a new provision directing these funds to a dedicated tax relief program under "part 7" of the chapter. The law would take effect on July 1, 2025, if passed.
This House Joint Resolution (HJR 332) is a commemorative resolution honoring retired U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 3 Phyllis Ann Fitzgerald for her 21-year military service and subsequent civilian work supporting veterans. It specifically recognizes her roles as an intelligence analyst (including during Desert Shield/Desert Storm), her leadership as executive director of the Society of the First Infantry Division, and her community service in Kansas. The resolution formally commends her contributions during Women's History Month, highlighting her as a model of dedication and service. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or affect any policies.
HB 766 adds a 5% penalty to overdue property taxes in Tennessee. The penalty money will fund tax relief for elderly low-income homeowners, disabled homeowners, disabled veterans, and widows of disabled veterans. The penalty is calculated only on the base amount of overdue taxes (excluding interest or other penalties). This change takes effect July 1, 2025.
