House Bill 1276 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 49-7-142(c), by removing the requirement for the board of regents, the University of Tennessee, and the Tennessee Independent Colleges and Universities Association to provide a report by April 1, 2009, regarding their efforts to deter copyright infringement on their computer and network resources. The bill simplifies the language by substituting the existing text with a more straightforward phrase, "If," thereby eliminating the specific deadline and reporting obligation.

This legislative change aims to streamline the requirements placed on educational institutions concerning copyright infringement efforts, potentially reducing administrative burdens. The act will take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the urgency of the changes for the public welfare.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 49-7-142(c), 49-7-142