TN HR0196The bill allows specific nonprofit organizations to hold a charitable gaming event once a year between July 1, 2026, and June 30, 2027. This is in line with Tennessee's Constitution and nonprofit gaming laws. The aim is to help these organizations raise funds for their charitable activities.
TN HR0196 is a house bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by William Lamberth (R), currently “Passed” since April 15, 2026.
We track 9,160 Tennessee bills this session, 258 of them sponsored by William Lamberth.
Supporters of the bill argue that it provides essential funding opportunities for nonprofits that serve the community. They believe that allowing these organizations to host gaming events will enhance their ability to support charitable causes and engage with local residents.
Critics of the bill may express concern that expanding gaming events could lead to potential gambling issues within the community. They might argue that this could divert funds from more traditional charitable contributions and raise ethical questions about the role of gaming in fundraising.
The analysis of HR0196, which authorizes certain nonprofit entities to conduct annual charitable gaming events, reveals no direct overlaps between the sponsor, William Lamberth's personal financial interests and the bill's subject matter. Lamberth's primary occupation as an attorney and his various board memberships do not indicate any personal financial stake in the gambling industry or in the nonprofit organizations that would benefit from this legislation. Furthermore, his roles in law firms and consulting do not directly relate to the gaming activities authorized by the bill.
Unlike federal analysis based on campaign donations, state analysis examines legislators' personal financial interests — their jobs, businesses, and investments.
| Type | Description | Industry | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupation | Attorney | Lawyers/Law Firms | AI-researched |
| Employer | Partner at Lamberth, Cifelli, Ellis & Nason, P.A. | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Business Owner | Owner of Lamberth Consulting | — | AI-researched |
| Board Member | Board Member of Sumner County CASA | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Spouse Employer | Spouse employed by Sumner County Schools | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | STATE OF TN | Government | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | SELF EMPLOYED ATTORNEY | Lawyers/Law Firms | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | PORTLAND COMMUNITY CHAIRMAN from Jan 2026 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | UNITED WAY SUMNER CO BOARD MEMBER from Jan 2026 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | VOLUNTEER STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE BOARD MEMBER from Jan 2026 to current | Education | TN Ethics Commission |
| Occupation | Law, GENERAL PRACTICE OF LAW | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Occupation | Law, STATE OF TN | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | Leadership PAC: LAMBERTH PAC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
Items marked "AI-researched" are generated from public sources but have not been independently verified. Verified data is sourced from official legislature websites and disclosure filings.
About This Analysis
This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the Tennessee General Assembly. Conflict analysis examines the sponsor's personal financial interests for potential overlaps with the bill's subject matter.
What does TN HR0196 do?
The bill allows specific nonprofit organizations to hold a charitable gaming event once a year between July 1, 2026, and June 30, 2027. This is in line with Tennessee's Constitution and nonprofit gaming laws. The aim is to help these organizations raise funds for their charitable activities.
What is the status of TN HR0196?
TN HR0196 is currently “Passed” in the Tennessee legislature.
Who sponsored TN HR0196?
William Lamberth (R) sponsored TN HR0196.
