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SB 1932

Public Officials - As introduced, requires that certain personally identifying information of elected state and local public officials be maintained confidentially with limited exceptions. - Amends TCA Title 2 and Title 10, Chapter 7.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Jeff Yarbro

SB 1932 restricts public access to elected Tennessee officials' personal information with limited exceptions to enhance safety and privacy.

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Bill Summary · SB 1932

Legislative bill overview

SB 1932 requires that personally identifying information (PII) of elected state and local public officials in Tennessee be kept confidential, with only limited exceptions. The bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated Titles 2 and 10, Chapter 7 to establish these privacy protections for elected officials' personal data.

Why is this important

Public officials' home addresses, phone numbers, and other personal information are currently accessible through various public records. This bill addresses growing concerns about official safety and harassment by restricting access to such information, while balancing transparency expectations for elected officials. The outcome could significantly affect both personal security for officials and public access to government information.

Potential points of contention

  • Transparency vs. Privacy tradeoff: Critics may argue that restricting access to officials' information reduces governmental transparency and accountability, while supporters contend safety concerns justify limited privacy protections
  • Scope of "personally identifying information": The bill's undefined or broad definition of PII could either provide insufficient protection or excessively shield officials from legitimate public inquiry
  • Exception criteria: Determining which exceptions are "limited" enough remains unclear—whether exceptions for constituents, law enforcement, or specific purposes are too broad or too narrow will likely generate debate

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

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