Tennessee 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.

Status: P2C, ref. to Judiciary Committee (as of 2026-01-22)

State: Tennessee · Session: 114 · Bill: HB 1699

Subjects: Children

Sponsors: Raper

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