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SB 1524

Sunset Laws - As enacted, extends the Interstate Compact for Juveniles to June 30, 2034. - Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 29 and Title 37, Chapter 4, Part 1.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Ed Jackson

Extends Tennessee's participation in the Interstate Compact for Juveniles through June 30, 2034, enabling continued multi-state coordination for juvenile offender supervision.

Companion House Bill substituted
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Bill Summary · SB 1524

Legislative bill overview

SB 1524 extends Tennessee's participation in the Interstate Compact for Juveniles (ICJ), a multi-state agreement governing juvenile offender supervision and rehabilitation, through June 30, 2034. The bill amends Tennessee's compact adoption statutes to prevent the agreement from expiring and requiring affirmative legislative reauthorization.

Why is this important

The Interstate Compact for Juveniles facilitates coordination among states when juveniles cross state lines for probation, parole, or rehabilitation purposes. Without this extension, Tennessee would either exit the compact or face legislative gridlock to maintain participation, potentially disrupting supervision of interstate juvenile cases and complicating interstate cooperation on youth rehabilitation.

Potential points of contention

  • Sunset provision philosophy: Some legislators may oppose automatic extensions, arguing sunset clauses require periodic legislative review to ensure programs remain necessary and effective rather than operating indefinitely
  • Compact accountability: Concerns about whether the ICJ adequately protects Tennessee's interests or juveniles' rights, or whether the compact's framework needs updating before another 8-year commitment
  • Fiscal implications: Unclear costs or benefits to Tennessee's juvenile justice system from continued interstate coordination and whether those costs justify the extension

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

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