Military - As enacted, specifies that the state guard is a separate entity within the military department for budgetary purposes. - Amends TCA Title 9, Chapter 4 and Title 58.

HB 20 clarifies that Tennessee's state guard operates as a separate budgetary entity within the state military department, ensuring its funding is distinct from other military components. This administrative change affects how the state military department allocates and tracks funds for the state guard specifically. The bill, effective May 2, 2025, amends Tennessee Code Annotated sections related to military structure without altering substantive policies or programs.