Human Rights - As enacted, schedules the Tennessee human rights commission for termination on July 1, 2025, and transfers the commission's duties concerning discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, malicious harassment, the Civil Rights Act of 1990, the "Tennessee Anti-Slapp Act," and education to the attorney general and reporter. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 8 and Title 68.

SB 861 terminates Tennessee's Human Rights Commission effective July 1, 2025, and transfers its responsibilities for addressing discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, harassment, and education to the Attorney General. The bill amends Tennessee law to require the Attorney General to handle these duties, including enforcing the Civil Rights Act of 1990 and the "Tennessee Anti-Slapp Act." It also adds a new requirement for the Attorney General to identify state laws conflicting with federal civil rights standards. This legislation directly affects the commission's staff, ongoing cases, and individuals seeking assistance with discrimination claims. The transfer takes effect on July 1, 2025, as specified in the bill.