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HB 483

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 Andrew Farmer and 1 co-sponsor

Tennessee extends district attorney annual funding report deadline from 90 to 120 days, delaying state oversight of prosecutorial spending by one month.

Transmitted to Governor for his action.
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Bill Summary · HB 483

Legislative bill overview

HB 483 extends the deadline for Tennessee district attorneys to submit annual funding reports from 90 days to 120 days after the fiscal year ends. The bill modifies the reporting requirements under Tennessee Code Annotated Title 8, which governs district attorney operations and oversight.

Why is this important

Reporting deadlines directly affect accountability and budget planning for the state's prosecutorial system. The 30-day extension impacts how quickly the District Attorneys General Conference can aggregate data, analyze spending patterns, and provide this information to state leadership for budget decisions and performance oversight.

Potential points of contention

  • Administrative burden vs. flexibility: Critics may question whether the original 90-day deadline was genuinely problematic or if this represents unnecessary relaxation of accountability timelines; supporters argue additional time accommodates varying fiscal year-end complexities across districts
  • State oversight and transparency: A longer reporting window delays the state's ability to review district attorney spending and performance metrics, potentially reducing the timeliness of oversight or identification of fiscal irregularities
  • Resource implications: The bill's practical impact depends on whether districts currently struggle to meet 90-day deadlines; if few do, the change may be symbolic rather than meaningful

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

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