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SB 1337

Tennessee Bureau of Investigation - As introduced, requires the annual written report submitted to legislative committees with subject matter jurisdiction over criminal matters regarding activities of narcotics investigations by the bureau and the assistant director of the narcotics investigation division be submitted by March 1 of each year. - Amends TCA Title 8; Title 27; Title 29; Title 37; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 41; Title 53, Chapter 11 and Title 55.

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

Requires Tennessee Bureau of Investigation to submit annual narcotics investigation reports to lawmakers by March 1 for increased legislative oversight of drug enforcement activities.

Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 1337

Legislative bill overview

SB 1337 establishes a March 1 annual deadline for the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation to submit written reports to legislative committees regarding narcotics investigation activities and divisional operations. The bill amends multiple Tennessee Code Annotated titles to implement this reporting requirement across relevant criminal justice statutes.

Why is this important

This measure increases legislative oversight of narcotics enforcement by creating a standardized, timely reporting schedule. Regular reporting enables lawmakers to monitor drug investigation activities, resource allocation, and enforcement trends to inform future policy decisions and budget allocations.

Potential points of contention

  • Administrative burden: Law enforcement agencies may view additional reporting requirements as resource-intensive, potentially diverting personnel from investigative work
  • Information sensitivity: Detailed narcotics investigation reports could contain operational details that law enforcement argues should remain confidential to protect ongoing cases and informant safety
  • Scope ambiguity: The bill references amendments across eight Tennessee Code titles without specifying exact reporting metrics, which could create confusion about what data must be included

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

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