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" as a category related to the destruction of records. This addition aims to clarify the types of offenses that may be associated with the improper handling or destruction of official records.

The bill is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of addressing issues related to official misconduct and the integrity of record-keeping in the state. The inclusion of this specific offense highlights the legislative intent to strengthen accountability and transparency in governmental operations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 40-32-101(g)(1)(A), 40-32-101