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Controversial Tennessee bill could criminalize recording police officers within 25 feet
Tennessee state lawmakers passed a bill that will make it illegal to record police officers within 25 feet of a traffic stop ...
Gov. Lee signs bill protecting IVF, contraceptives access, despite 11 House Republicans pushing for veto
Eleven House Republicans wrote Gov. Lee a letter urging him to veto the bill, arguing it could “authorize the slaughter of even one innocent life.” ...
11 TN House Republicans ask Governor Bill Lee to veto bill guaranteeing birth control, IVF access
Tennessee Republicans urge Governor Lee to veto a bill ensuring access to birth control and fertility treatments, calling the ...
Eleven Tennessee GOP lawmakers ask Gov. Bill Lee to veto protection for birth control, IVF
In his seven years in office, Lee has never used his veto power, opting instead to allow bills he objects to to become law ...
Gov. Lee formally requests major disaster declaration following severe weather, flooding across TN
Governor Bill Lee has formally requested FEMA individual assistance and public assistance in light of severe weather, ...
Tennessee lawmakers advance bills to dismantle DEI initiatives in state institutions
Tennessee lawmakers are one step closer to dismantling diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives across the state.
Why are flags flying at half-staff in Tennessee? Death of Pope Francis prompts period of mourning
According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs website, flags are flown at half-staff on scheduled holidays and events ...
Bill increasing recess time for TN elementary students heads to Gov. Lee’s desk
The Tennessee legislature has passed a bill that would increase recess time for elementary school students.HB 0085/SB 0158, ...