House Bill 1715, also known as Senate Bill 1893, amends Tennessee Code Annotated regarding jury service by introducing a new provision that allows mothers who are breastfeeding to be excused from jury duty. Under the new law, a breastfeeding mother can be excused from serving on a jury by submitting a written request along with a supporting medical statement from a licensed physician to the jury coordinator of the county.

This amendment aims to accommodate the needs of breastfeeding mothers, ensuring they are not required to fulfill jury service obligations that may interfere with their ability to care for their child. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of public welfare in its implementation.

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Introduced: 22-1-103