House Bill 2278 amends Tennessee Code Annotated to enhance public health reporting requirements. Specifically, it introduces a new subsection to Section 68-1-106, mandating that by February 1 of each year, the Department of Health must report to the chairs of the Senate Health and Welfare Committee and the relevant House committee on public health programs. This report will detail the benefits and grants received by the state related to public health.

The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, emphasizing the importance of transparency and accountability in public health funding and initiatives. This legislative change aims to ensure that key stakeholders are informed about the resources available to support public health efforts in Tennessee.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 68-1-106