Senate Bill 390 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 10-7-504, specifically addressing the handling of survey records by the comptroller of the treasury. The bill deletes the existing language in subdivision (D) and replaces it with new provisions that clarify what types of survey-related information are protected. The new language specifies that survey records, responses, data, and identifying information are protected, but allows the comptroller to publish aggregate survey data and anonymized survey responses that do not identify individuals.

Additionally, the bill explicitly states that the new provisions do not apply to surveys conducted by the office of open records counsel, as established by Section 8-4-601. This amendment aims to enhance the confidentiality of survey data while still permitting the dissemination of non-identifiable aggregate information. The act is set to take effect upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of public welfare in its implementation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 10-7-504(a)(22), 10-7-504