Senate Bill 1914, also known as House Bill 1839, amends Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Title 41, Chapter 22, Part 1, by adding a new provision regarding the treatment of state inmates housed in local jails. The bill stipulates that if an inmate is participating in a work release or re-entry program, the Department of Correction cannot transfer the inmate to a state facility unless the inmate has either failed to meet the program's requirements or has disciplinary issues that justify their removal from the program.

This legislation aims to protect inmates who are actively engaged in rehabilitation programs by ensuring they are not prematurely relocated to state facilities without just cause. The bill emphasizes the importance of maintaining continuity in the inmates' work release or re-entry efforts, thereby supporting their reintegration into society. The act will take effect upon becoming law, prioritizing public welfare.