Senate Bill 1609, sponsored by Bailey, amends Tennessee Code Annotated regarding age-restricted products. The bill specifically revises Section 39-17-1509(f) by deleting the existing subsection and replacing it with new provisions. The updated language mandates that the department prepare an annual report for submission by the governor to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, as required by federal law. Additionally, the department is tasked with creating an annual report detailing its enforcement efforts related to age-restricted products, which must be submitted to the General Assembly and made available to the public by December 31 each year.

This legislation aims to enhance transparency and accountability in the enforcement of laws concerning age-restricted products by ensuring that both state and federal reporting requirements are met. The act is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the urgency of its implementation for public welfare.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39-17-1509(f), 39-17-1509