SB 1535 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Sunset Laws - As enacted, extends the post-conviction defender oversight commission to June 30, 2032. - Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 29 and Title 40, Chapter 30, Part 2.

SB 1535 extends the operation of Tennessee's Post-Conviction Defender Oversight Commission until June 30, 2032, by amending two sections of the Tennessee Code (Title 4, Chapter 29 and Title 40, Chapter 30, Part 2). The bill updates legal references to clarify the commission's structure and ongoing authority, ensuring its continued oversight of post-conviction defense services. This extension directly affects the commission itself and the public defenders it monitors, who provide legal representation to individuals convicted of crimes seeking post-conviction relief. The change is procedural, maintaining the commission's role without altering substantive legal standards.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Mar 16, 2026
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Feb 11, 2026
Lower · Passed
Recommended for passage, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
lower
Feb 4, 2026
Lower · Passed
Placed on Senate Government Operations Committee calendar for 2/11/2026
lower
Jan 14, 2026
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Government Operations Committee
upper
Jan 13, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
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