Senate Bill 7030, also known as House Bill 7062, amends Tennessee law regarding law enforcement's access to juvenile court records. The bill introduces a new provision in Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 37-1-153(a), which allows the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation to access these records specifically for the purpose of complying with the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act of 2022 and the NICS Improvement Amendments Act of 2007.

This legislative change aims to enhance the ability of law enforcement to ensure public safety by facilitating access to juvenile records in relevant situations, thereby aligning state law with federal requirements. The act is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the urgency of its implementation for public welfare.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 37-1-153(a), 37-1-153