Tennessee House Bill HR0110

Tennessee 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/15/25
• Enrolled: 4/16/25
• Passed: 4/16/25

Caption

A RESOLUTION to approve annual events by certain 501(c) organizations in accordance with the provisions of Article XI, Section 5 of the Constitution of Tennessee, and pursuant to the Tennessee Nonprofit Gaming Law.

Impact

If enacted, HR0110 would specifically approve several notable annual events such as reverse raffles and fundraisers for various nonprofits across different counties in Tennessee. This approval serves not only to validate the upcoming events but also embodies state support for the activities that benefit local communities. It effectively provides a legal framework for these nonprofit activities to proceed, which can enhance community engagement and financial support for local charities.

Summary

House Resolution 110 (HR0110) seeks to authorize specific annual events conducted by certain 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(19) organizations within Tennessee as stipulated by the Tennessee Nonprofit Gaming Law. The resolution outlines the requirement for these annual events to receive approval via a two-thirds vote from all members of both houses of the General Assembly, in accordance with Article XI, Section 5 of the Tennessee Constitution. This legislative move aims to provide clarity and structure around how community events can be approved and organized by nonprofit entities, ensuring compliance with state gaming regulations.

Contention

While the resolution appears to promote community events, there may be underlying debates regarding the implications of state approval on local autonomy. Critics might argue that requiring state-level approval could hinder grassroots organizations from swiftly conducting fundraising events necessary for their operations. Proponents of the bill, however, would argue that it helps standardize regulations and ensures that all such activities adhere to the state's gaming laws, thereby preventing misuse of the associated gaming provisions.