Senate Bill 1234, also known as House Bill 1301, amends Tennessee law to provide a revival period for civil actions related to sexual assault for individuals aged eighteen or older. Specifically, it allows individuals whose claims were previously barred due to the expiration of the statute of limitations to file a new action within a two-year window starting six months after July 1, 2025. This provision overrides existing limitations set forth in Tennessee Code Annotated sections 28-3-104 and 28-3-118.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that a dismissal of a prior action on the basis of being time-barred does not prevent the filing of a revival action under this new section. The definition of "sexual assault" is also specified to include various offenses such as rape, sexual battery, and incest as outlined in the relevant sections of the Tennessee Code. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, emphasizing the importance of addressing sexual assault claims and providing a pathway for justice for survivors.