Senate Bill 1917, also known as House Bill 2041, proposes an amendment to Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 36, Chapter 3, which pertains to marriage laws. The bill specifically modifies the language in Section 36-3-101 by replacing the phrase "nor the child of a grandparent" with "nor the lineal descendant of a grandparent." This change broadens the definition of who is excluded from marrying within certain familial relationships.

The bill is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the urgency of the amendment for public welfare. This legislative change aims to clarify and update the legal language regarding marriage restrictions related to familial connections in Tennessee.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 36-3-101