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SR 328

General Assembly, Review Or Ratification of Rules - Ratifies and approves the amendments and revisions to the Tennessee Rules of Appellate Procedure, as promulgated by the Supreme Court. -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Kerry Roberts

Tennessee Senate approves Supreme Court amendments to appellate procedure rules governing how cases move through state appeals courts.

Placed on Senate Consent Calendar 2 for 3/19/2026
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Bill Summary · SR 328

Legislative bill overview

SR 328 ratifies amendments and revisions to Tennessee's Rules of Appellate Procedure as promulgated by the Tennessee Supreme Court. This is a procedural bill that formally approves changes to the rules governing how cases are handled in Tennessee's appellate courts.

Why is this important

Changes to appellate procedures affect how legal cases move through the court system, potentially impacting case timelines, filing requirements, and access to appellate review. These rule changes can have practical consequences for attorneys, litigants, and the overall efficiency of the judicial system.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of public detail: The bill text does not specify what amendments were made, making it difficult for stakeholders to understand or comment on specific changes before ratification
  • Limited legislative oversight: The bill appears to be a rubber-stamp approval of Supreme Court decisions with minimal substantive review by the legislature
  • Procedural transparency: Citizens and legal professionals may not have had adequate opportunity to review or provide feedback on rule changes before this ratification vote

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

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