House Bill 3 and Senate Bill 4 propose an amendment to Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Section 16-3-103, to ensure that the expenses for the chief justice include funding for a security detail. This security detail is intended to transport and accompany the chief justice during all official state business, thereby enhancing the safety and security of the chief justice while performing their duties.
The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, emphasizing the importance of public welfare in its implementation. This legislative change reflects a commitment to providing adequate security measures for high-ranking judicial officials in Tennessee.
Statutes affected: Introduced: 16-3-103