Amends TCA Title 36, Chapter 6, Part 5.
Tennessee SB2643 authorizes courts to grant additional parenting time to a parent whose time was previously denied due to unsubstantiated allegations of abuse or neglect, provided that the affected parent can demonstrate that the other parent intentionally made false allegations. This bill primarily affects parents involved in custody disputes where allegations of abuse have been made. Key provisions include the requirement for courts to compensate for denied parenting time when investigations do not substantiate claims of abuse or neglect.
Tennessee SB2643 authorizes courts to grant additional parenting time to a parent whose time was previously denied due to unsubstantiated allegations of abuse or neglect, provided that the affected parent can demonstrate that the other parent intentionally made false allegations. This bill primarily affects parents involved in custody disputes where allegations of abuse have been made. Key provisions include the requirement for courts to compensate for denied parenting time when investigations do not substantiate claims of abuse or neglect.
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Roberts, Kerry
114th General Assembly
February 2, 2026
March 16, 2026
Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Judiciary Committee