Senate Bill 490, sponsored by Bowling, amends Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Section 40-32-101(g)(1)(A), by adding a new subdivision that includes "Section 39-16-402 Official misconduct." This addition expands the scope of records that may be subject to destruction under the law, thereby addressing the handling of records related to official misconduct.
The bill is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of the public welfare in its implementation. This legislative change aims to streamline the process of managing records associated with official misconduct, ensuring that such records are appropriately handled in accordance with the updated legal framework.
Statutes affected: Introduced: 40-32-101(g)(1)(A), 40-32-101