House Bill 989 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, by requiring the administrative office of the courts to compile and report data on the number of employers found guilty of dismissing employees due to jury service. This report is to be submitted to the speakers of the Senate and the House of Representatives by October 1, 2025, and will cover cases from January 1, 1990, to January 1, 2025.

The bill aims to enhance accountability regarding employer practices related to jury service, ensuring that the legislative body is informed about the prevalence of such dismissals. The act will take effect upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of public welfare in its implementation.