TN SB0232The bill allows county election commissions in Tennessee to designate specific restroom facilities for campaign workers and volunteers at polling places. This means that those working on campaigns will have access to restrooms, but there are some restrictions on who can use these facilities. The aim is to support campaign operations during elections.
TN SB0232 is a senate bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by Raumesh Akbari (D), currently “Passed” since May 27, 2026.
We track 9,160 Tennessee bills this session, 237 of them sponsored by Raumesh Akbari.
Supporters of the bill argue that it enhances the working conditions for campaign volunteers and workers, ensuring they have necessary facilities available while they assist voters. This move is seen as a way to promote civic engagement and support the electoral process by making it easier for campaign teams to operate effectively.
Critics of the bill may argue that it creates unnecessary divisions in public facilities at polling places, potentially leading to confusion or unequal access for voters. They might also express concerns that it prioritizes the needs of campaign staff over the comfort and accessibility for voters themselves.
The bill SB0232 pertains to the designation of restroom facilities for campaign workers at polling places, which does not create a direct financial benefit for the sponsor, Raumesh Akbari. Her primary occupation as an attorney and her involvement in various organizations do not intersect with the operational aspects of polling places or the management of restroom facilities. Furthermore, her businesses, including Akbari Law and AKBARI CORPORATION, do not appear to have any relevance to the election process or the specific provisions of this bill. As such, there are no evident personal financial interests that would be directly impacted by the legislation.
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 | Self-employed at Akbari Law | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Board Member | Board member of the National Black Caucus of State Legislators | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | AKBARI CORPORATION | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | DELIVER THE AMERICAN DREAM | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Occupation | Law, HAIR, COSMETOLOGY, BEAUTY, PUBLIC POLICY | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | Leadership PAC: AKBARI PAC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
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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 SB0232 do?
The bill allows county election commissions in Tennessee to designate specific restroom facilities for campaign workers and volunteers at polling places. This means that those working on campaigns will have access to restrooms, but there are some restrictions on who can use these facilities. The aim is to support campaign operations during elections.
What is the status of TN SB0232?
TN SB0232 is currently “Passed” in the Tennessee legislature.
Who sponsored TN SB0232?
Raumesh Akbari (D) sponsored TN SB0232.
