House Bill 1862, also known as Senate Bill 1932, amends Tennessee Code Annotated to enhance the confidentiality of personally identifying information for elected public officials. The new provision, added as subdivision (f)(12) to Section 10-7-504, stipulates that such information held by state or local governmental entities is confidential and not subject to public inspection. It mandates that this information must be redacted wherever possible and clarifies that the confidentiality of this information does not restrict access for law enforcement, courts, or other governmental agencies performing official functions. Additionally, it does not affect the openness of personnel records that are already accessible under state law, nor does it limit access to information if the elected official consents to its release.

The bill defines "personally identifying information" as the details of elected officials specified in existing subdivisions (f)(1)(A)-(H). This legislation is set to take effect at 12:01 a.m. on July 1, 2026, emphasizing the importance of protecting the privacy of elected officials while maintaining transparency in public records where applicable.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 10-7-504(f), 10-7-504