Tennessee · 114
HB 1699
Children - As introduced, adds to the definition of a dependent and neglected child a child whose parent or guardian is unable to provide care and control of the child due to circumstances beyond the parent's or guardian's control; requires this finding to be made by a court at an adjudicatory hearing. - Amends TCA Title 36 and Title 37.
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Summary AI-generated
Tennessee HB 1699 proposes amending TCA Titles 36 and 37 to expand the definition of a dependent and neglected child. The bill includes children whose parents or guardians cannot provide care due to circumstances beyond their control, provided a court makes this finding at an adjudicatory hearing.
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Classified by a local model from the bill's text; confidence shown. GovTally LLM enrichment (local oMLX)
Sponsors
- Kevin Raper Republican lead