Senate Bill 2082, also known as House Bill 1908, is an act that appropriates funds to cover the expenses of the state government for the fiscal years beginning July 1, 2025, and July 1, 2026. The bill outlines the allocation of funds for the administration, operation, and maintenance of various branches of government, including legislative, executive, and judicial departments, as well as for state aid, capital outlay, public debt service, and emergency contingencies. It also includes provisions for repealing certain appropriations and establishing limitations and restrictions on how the appropriated funds may be obligated and expended.
Additionally, the bill earmarks funds from the Department of Transportation specifically for the purpose of funding memorial designations for highways and bridges in honor of individuals killed in the line of duty, as per Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 54-1-133. It expresses legislative intent to acknowledge potential revenue losses from bills enacted during the 2026 session that do not increase expenditures but result in uncollected revenue. The act is set to take effect upon becoming law, emphasizing the necessity for public welfare.