Amends TCA Section 29-13-106.
Tennessee SB0252 amends TCA Section 29-13-106 to establish the maximum compensation award under the Criminal Injuries Compensation Act at 105% of the national average of maximum awards across the states and territories, rounded to the nearest $100. It affects victims of crime seeking compensation and modifies the process for adjusting the maximum award limit by requiring annual publication by May 1 and written approval from legislative finance committee chairs before any decrease in the award limit can occur. Additionally, it mandates the state treasurer to publish the maximum compensation award for claims related to crimes occurring on or after July 1, 2025, by June 30, 2025.
Tennessee SB0252 amends TCA Section 29-13-106 to establish the maximum compensation award under the Criminal Injuries Compensation Act at 105% of the national average of maximum awards across the states and territories, rounded to the nearest $100. It affects victims of crime seeking compensation and modifies the process for adjusting the maximum award limit by requiring annual publication by May 1 and written approval from legislative finance committee chairs before any decrease in the award limit can occur. Additionally, it mandates the state treasurer to publish the maximum compensation award for claims related to crimes occurring on or after July 1, 2025, by June 30, 2025.
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