TN SB0904The bill aimed to require all law enforcement agencies in Tennessee to create and operate alternative crisis response units. These units would focus on providing appropriate responses to mental health crises and other non-violent situations. Additionally, it called for the establishment of uniform training standards for these units by the state's peace officer training commission.
TN SB0904 is a senate bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by London Lamar (D), currently “Failed” since March 23, 2026.
We track 9,160 Tennessee bills this session, 117 of them sponsored by London Lamar.
Supporters of the bill would argue that it promotes a more compassionate and effective approach to handling mental health crises, potentially reducing the need for police intervention in non-violent situations. They would highlight the importance of having trained professionals respond to crises, which could lead to better outcomes for individuals in distress and enhance community safety.
Critics of the bill might argue that it places an additional burden on law enforcement agencies already facing resource constraints. They could express concerns about the feasibility of implementing such units across the state and question whether this approach adequately addresses the root causes of mental health issues.
The analysis of SB0904, which mandates the establishment of alternative crisis response units within law enforcement agencies, reveals no direct personal financial interests for the sponsor, London Lamar. As a community organizer and board member of the Memphis Branch of the NAACP, her professional activities do not appear to intersect with the specific provisions of the bill, which focuses on law enforcement training and mental health crisis response. Additionally, her employment with ELITE PROMOTIONS does not suggest any financial stake in the law enforcement or mental health sectors that would create a conflict of interest regarding the bill's implementation.
Unlike federal analysis based on campaign donations, state analysis examines legislators' personal financial interests — their jobs, businesses, and investments.
| Type | Description | Industry | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupation | Community Organizer | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | Tennessee State Legislature | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Board Member | Board Member of the Memphis Branch of the NAACP | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | ELITE PROMOTIONS | — | 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 SB0904 do?
The bill aimed to require all law enforcement agencies in Tennessee to create and operate alternative crisis response units. These units would focus on providing appropriate responses to mental health crises and other non-violent situations. Additionally, it called for the establishment of uniform training standards for these units by the state's peace officer training commission.
What is the status of TN SB0904?
TN SB0904 is currently “Failed” in the Tennessee legislature.
Who sponsored TN SB0904?
London Lamar (D) sponsored TN SB0904.
