Children With Certain Disabilities

The bill requires collaboration between the Department of Children's Services and the Department of Disability and Aging to ensure that children with intellectual or developmental disabilities receive the necessary services and support. This applies to children already in custody or those at risk of entering custody. It aims to improve the care and resources available for these vulnerable children.

TN HB2188 is a house bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by Mary Littleton (R), currently “Passed” since April 29, 2026.

We track 9,160 Tennessee bills this session, 71 of them sponsored by Mary Littleton.

Supporters of the bill would highlight its commitment to protecting the rights and well-being of children with disabilities. They would emphasize the importance of coordinated efforts between departments to provide essential services, ensuring that these children have access to the support they need to thrive.

Critics of the bill might argue that it could lead to bureaucratic inefficiencies and that the collaboration between departments may not be sufficient to address the complex needs of children with disabilities. They may express concern that the bill does not guarantee adequate funding or resources to implement the necessary services effectively.

Representative Mary Littleton's personal financial interests do not show direct overlap with the industries affected by HB2188. Her primary occupation as a legislator and ownership of Littleton Ranch do not align with the bill's focus on providing services and supports for children with intellectual or developmental disabilities. The bill primarily impacts government departments and healthcare services, areas where Littleton does not appear to have personal financial investments or business interests. Her financial assets in RAYMOND JAMES, PRINCIPAL, and TRADITIONS FIRST BANK are general investment holdings and do not suggest a direct benefit from the bill's enactment. As such, the risk of a conflict of interest is low.

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