State Government - As introduced, enacts the "DEI Compliance Certification Act." - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 8 and Title 49.

SB 2208, the "DEI Compliance Certification Act," requires Tennessee state departments, agencies, and public universities to annually certify compliance with state laws prohibiting specific DEI-related concepts. It defines "DEI" broadly to include policies or practices based on ideas like race or sex being inherently superior, meritocracy being racist, or requiring individuals to acknowledge past discrimination. Each entity must submit a report detailing DEI removal efforts and provide a sworn certification of compliance to the governor and legislature by January 31 each year. Failure to comply risks funding loss, reorganization, or penalties, with the attorney general empowered to investigate violations and report findings annually.