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SB 443

District Attorneys - As introduced, extends from 90 to 120 days the time that district attorneys general have to submit a written funding report to the office of executive director for district attorneys general conference after the end of each fiscal year. - Amends TCA Title 8.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Ed Jackson and 1 co-sponsor

Extends district attorney annual funding report deadline from 90 to 120 days after fiscal year end, delaying state financial oversight by one month.

Companion House Bill substituted
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Bill Summary · SB 443

Legislative bill overview

SB 443 extends the deadline for district attorneys to submit annual funding reports to the Tennessee District Attorneys General Conference from 90 days to 120 days after each fiscal year ends. This is a procedural amendment to Tennessee Code Annotated Title 8 that affects administrative reporting requirements.

Why is this important

The extension provides district attorneys' offices with additional time to compile financial data and prepare documentation, potentially reducing administrative burden during busy periods following fiscal year closure. However, it also delays state-level oversight and consolidation of funding information across the judicial system.

Potential points of contention

  • Accountability timing: Longer reporting periods may delay the state's ability to identify funding issues, discrepancies, or fiscal problems across district attorney offices
  • Operational impact: The 30-day extension's necessity is unclear—no stated justification indicates current 90-day deadlines are problematic or that offices consistently miss them
  • Precedent concerns: Extending deadlines without demonstrated need could normalize future extensions of other reporting requirements, gradually reducing fiscal transparency

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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