Tennessee Senate Bill SB1886

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/23/24

Caption

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4 and Section 29-34-213, relative to charitable organizations providing community services.

Impact

The proposed modifications to the Tennessee Code Annotated may have a significant impact on how charitable organizations engage with state resources and branding. By enabling these organizations to utilize state logos at no cost, the bill encourages their outreach efforts, potentially enhancing their visibility and effectiveness in providing community services. The bill's implementation is anticipated to streamline the authorization process and establish clearer guidelines for such usage.

Summary

Senate Bill 1886 aims to amend certain provisions of the Tennessee Code Annotated regarding the use of official state logos and emblems by charitable organizations. Specifically, the bill allows these organizations to use state logos or emblems in their community services, provided they seek proper authorization from relevant state departments or officials. This measure is expected to support charitable organizations in promoting their services while maintaining a connection to state recognition and branding.

Contention

Discussions surrounding SB1886 may raise points of contention regarding the implications of state branding in community service efforts. Opponents may express concerns over the commercialization of state logos or question the accountability of charitable organizations using these logos. Additionally, there may be discussions about the extent to which state resources should support such initiatives without further financial burdens on state departments, especially if state funding is required in some cases.