Employees, Employers - As enacted, defines, for purposes of the Tennessee Lawful Employment Act, a "private employer" as any person who is required by federal law and regulations to report remuneration paid to at least one employee; makes related changes. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 8 and Title 50.

HB 1194 requires Tennessee's Office of Employment Verification Assistance to create and publish an annual report using existing resources. The report must show the number of employers the office enrolled in E-Verify or checked for work authorization status on their behalf. This bill amends Tennessee Code Sections 50-1-703 and related titles to establish this reporting requirement. The report must be published starting January 1, 2026, and directly affects the state office managing employment verification services.