House Bill 1554, sponsored by Hakeem, amends various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated related to citizenship rights. The bill specifically addresses the costs associated with petitioning for citizenship. It establishes that there will be no cost to a petitioner for proceedings under Section 40-29-103(f) and for applications under Section 40-29-107(c). Additionally, the bill removes certain language and subdivisions from the existing law, including the deletion of a subdivision in Section 40-29-103(a)(4) and the term "certified" from Section 40-29-103(g).

The changes aim to simplify the process for individuals seeking citizenship by eliminating financial barriers. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, ensuring that the amendments are implemented in a timely manner to support the public welfare.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 40-29-103(f), 40-29-103, 40-29-103(a)(4), 40-29-103(g), 40-29-107(c), 40-29-107