House Bill 1472, known as the "Banning Bostock Act," seeks to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 21, by establishing new provisions regarding sex discrimination. The bill explicitly states that laws prohibiting sex discrimination in Tennessee shall not be interpreted to include protections against discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity. It allows for the enforcement of sex-segregated facilities, dress codes, and permits discrimination related to abortion. Additionally, the bill prohibits courts from referencing the Supreme Court's decision in Bostock v. Clayton County when interpreting state laws on sex discrimination.

The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, and will apply to actions occurring on or after that date. The bill emphasizes a clear delineation of what constitutes permissible discrimination under state law, effectively limiting the scope of protections traditionally associated with sex discrimination.