SB 1220 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Employees, Employers - As introduced, enacts the "Workers' Right to Live Act." - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 8; Title 29 and Title 50.

SB 1220, the "Workers' Right to Live Act," requires employers to report workplace fatalities within 24 hours to the state division, with a $50,000 penalty for late reporting. If an investigation determines a death resulted from employer negligence (e.g., unsafe conditions or failure to follow safety rules), the employer faces a minimum $250,000 fine per fatality and must repay state tax incentives or economic development funds received in the prior three years. The law establishes a "Worker Protection Fund" to hold collected fines, which can be used to improve workplace safety. It directly affects employers operating in Tennessee, particularly those receiving state economic incentives, by creating new accountability measures for preventable workplace deaths.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 10, 2025 Last action Feb 12, 2025
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Feb 12, 2025
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Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Commerce and Labor Committee
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Feb 10, 2025
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
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Charlane Oliver
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