Veterans

in committee · Tennessee · House Feb 3, 2026

HR 7: Naming and Designating - Designates September 22 as "Veterans Suicide Prevention Day." -

This House Resolution (HR 7) designates September 22 as "Veterans Suicide Prevention Day" in Tennessee. It does not create new policies or funding but formally recognizes the state's commitment to addressing veteran suicide through symbolic acknowledgment. The resolution cites Tennessee's higher veteran suicide rate (184 deaths in 2022) and references existing VA suicide prevention efforts like Risk ID screening and Caring Contacts. It aims to raise awareness during National Suicide Prevention Month (September) without altering legal requirements or services. This is a commemorative resolution, not a substantive legislative change.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransDesignates Veterans Suicide Prevention Day to raise awareness, aligning with recognition of veteran healthcare needs per indicators.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · Tennessee · House May 13, 2025

HB 1134: Housing - As enacted, requires certain property, projects, and joint ventures to meet certain requirements if a legislative body of a county or municipality adopts by resolution or ordinance an affordable housing program. - Amends TCA Title 47 and Title 67.

This bill requires disabled veterans to provide documentation of their military service and disability to qualify for a property tax exemption. It directly affects disabled veterans in Tennessee seeking this exemption. The legislation amends Tennessee law to add this documentation requirement as a condition for eligibility. The exemption itself remains unchanged, but applicants must now submit proof of service and disability to claim it.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill sets requirements for properties in affordable housing programs, supporting implementation of such programs.90% confidence ✗ VeteransOpposes VeteransAdds documentation requirement for disabled veterans' property tax exemption, creating barrier to access existing benefit.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Property Taxes Veteran Housing

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signed · Tennessee · House Apr 15, 2025

HJR 519: Memorials, Retirement - Officer Robert A. Jackson -

HJR 519 is a joint resolution honoring Officer Robert A. Jackson, Jr., the last officer of the Tennessee Capitol Police, for his over 30 years of service. Signed by the Governor on April 15, 2025, the resolution recognizes his military career in the U.S. Air Force and his distinguished law enforcement work, expressing gratitude for his dedication to public safety in Tennessee. It does not create new laws or policies but formally acknowledges his retirement through a ceremonial expression of appreciation.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransHonors veteran's military service (USAF) and law enforcement career via ceremonial resolution, directly recognizing veteran contributions per topic definition.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

in committee · Tennessee · House Apr 29, 2025

HB 918: Tennessee Fish & Wildlife Commission - As enacted, makes changes relative to temporary group hunting event permits. - Amends TCA Title 58 and Title 70.

HB 918 creates a free temporary hunting license for Tennessee veterans with service-connected disabilities who participate in hunts organized by not-for-profit groups. The license, valid for no more than seven days per hunt, requires only a VA disability certification as proof of eligibility. It directly affects disabled veterans seeking to join nonprofit-sponsored hunting events without purchasing a standard license. The law amends Tennessee Code Sections 70-2-104 (hunting licenses) and 58 (wildlife commission) and takes effect July 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates free hunting license for veterans with service-connected disabilities, expanding access to recreational activity as a benefit.95% confidence

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in committee · Tennessee · House Apr 9, 2025

HB 1009: Taxes, Ad Valorem - As introduced, increases the amount of the reimbursement that is paid under the provisions for property tax relief for disabled veteran homeowners from the first $175,000 of the full market value of the home to the first $250,000 of the full market value. - Amends TCA Section 67-5-704.

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.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases tax relief for disabled veterans by raising home value threshold from $175k to $250k, reducing their tax burden per tax relief policy.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransIncreases property tax relief threshold for disabled veteran homeowners from $175k to $250k, expanding benefits under TCA 67-5-704.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives

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passed · Tennessee · House Apr 21, 2025

HR 129: Memorials, Recognition - Paul F. Tuttobene -

House Resolution 129 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Tennessee House of Representatives to formally commend Paul F. Tuttobene for his lifetime of service, including military service (1953-1957), a career as a senior vice president at Manufacturers Hanover Trust, and dedication to family values. The resolution, adopted unanimously with 86 ayes and 0 nays, recognizes his contributions as a first-generation college graduate, veteran, and community-oriented citizen. It serves as a symbolic honor to be presented to Mr. Tuttobene, with no policy changes or direct impact on laws or constituents.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExplicitly recognizes veteran service (military 1953-1957) via ceremonial resolution, aligning with support indicator for recognition.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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signed · Tennessee · House May 8, 2025

HB 114: Scholarships and Financial Aid - As enacted, makes various changes to the Tennessee Support, Training, and Renewing Opportunity for National Guardsmen (STRONG) Act. - Amends TCA Title 49, Chapter 4, Part 10.

HB 114 amends Tennessee's STRONG Act to expand educational benefits for National Guard members. It explicitly covers mandatory fees (like parking, tech, and library fees) and master's degree program fees, in addition to 100% of in-state tuition. The bill increases the maximum credit hours for eligibility from 120 to 130 and requires reimbursement applications within 45 days of course completion. It also adds eligibility requirements, barring members suspended from federal tuition assistance due to academic issues. This law, effective May 2, 2025, directly affects Tennessee National Guard members pursuing higher education.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands state-funded educational benefits for National Guard, increasing appropriations for scholarships and mandatory fee coverage under STRONG Act.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands tuition coverage and fees for National Guard education benefits, increasing access and funding for higher education.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands tuition coverage to include mandatory fees and master's programs, increases credit hours, and speeds reimbursement for National Guard veterans' education benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Libraries Student Financial Aid National Guard & Reserve Veteran Education

signed · Tennessee · Senate May 27, 2026

SB 1468: Military - As enacted, designates the national guard armory in McNairy County as the "Brigadier General Donald F. Hawkins Army National Guard Armory." - Amends TCA Title 58, Chapter 1.

SB 1468 designates the Tennessee Army National Guard armory in McNairy County as the "Brigadier General Donald F. Hawkins Army National Guard Armory" to honor his 36-year military service, including his retirement as commander of the 30th Separate Armored Brigade. The bill amends Tennessee Code to rename the facility and requires the National Guard to install appropriate signage. It directly affects the physical designation of the armory building in McNairy County. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy or funding changes beyond the naming.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransHonors veteran's service via facility naming, directly recognizing military contributions as per bill's explicit intent to commemorate Brigadier General Hawkins' 36-year career.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition National Guard & Reserve

signed · Tennessee · Senate Mar 4, 2025

SJR 85: Memorials, Heroism - Thomas Harvel Donaldson, Ernest Melvin Donaldson, Arie Gafford Donaldson, and Arthur Preston Donaldson -

SJR 85 is a commemorative resolution honoring four Tennessee brothers - Thomas Harvel, Ernest Melvin, Arie Gafford, and Arthur Preston Donaldson - who served simultaneously in the U.S. military during the Korean War (a record for that conflict). The resolution commends their service after they were posthumously awarded South Korea’s Ambassador for Peace Medal in August 2024 for their contributions to peace. It directly affects the Donaldson family and Dickson County, Tennessee, by formally recognizing their legacy. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or alter policies.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransHonors veterans' service with commemorative resolution, aligning with recognition aspect of veterans' policies90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

passed · Tennessee · Senate Apr 25, 2025

SR 68: Memorials, Recognition - Women Veterans Appreciation Day -

Senate Resolution 68 designates June 12, 2025, as "Women Veterans Appreciation Day" in Tennessee to honor the service of women veterans. The resolution recognizes the contributions of over 40,000 women veterans in the state and aligns with a commemorative event hosted by the Veterans Heritage Site Foundation. This is a symbolic gesture without legal effect, acknowledging historical service from World War II through current military roles.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransDesignates Women Veterans Appreciation Day to honor service, aligning with recognition indicators for support95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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