TN SB1052Tennessee SB1052 changes the legal definition of a putative father, stating that a biological father or someone claiming to be a biological father who only provides minimal financial support during the pregnancy or when the mother has custody is not considered a putative father. The bill also includes updates to the adoption process and final orders related to adoption.
TN SB1052 is a senate bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by Ferrell Haile (R), currently “Passed” since May 13, 2025.
We track 9,160 Tennessee bills this session, 129 of them sponsored by Ferrell Haile.
Supporters of SB1052 argue that the bill clarifies the legal status of fathers and protects the rights of children and mothers by ensuring that only those who are actively involved and supportive are recognized as putative fathers. This can help streamline the adoption process and provide greater stability for families.
Critics of SB1052 contend that the bill undermines the rights of fathers by allowing biological fathers who provide only minimal support to be excluded from legal recognition. This could negatively impact the rights of children to know their fathers and receive support, potentially leading to more complicated custody and adoption situations.
The bill SB1052 addresses issues related to the legal status of biological fathers and adoption processes in Tennessee. The sponsor, Ferrell Haile, has a background primarily in pharmaceuticals and health products as a pharmacist and business owner of Perkins Drugs & Gift Shoppe. However, there are no direct overlaps between his personal financial interests and the legislative subject matter of families, insurance, or housing. The bill's implications do not appear to create a scenario where Haile would gain financially from the changes proposed in SB1052. His various business interests, including ownership in Georgian Manor Apartments and involvement with medical facilities, do not directly relate to the legal definitions or processes surrounding fatherhood and adoption outlined in this bill. Therefore, the risk of a conflict of interest is minimal.
Unlike federal analysis based on campaign donations, state analysis examines legislators' personal financial interests — their jobs, businesses, and investments.
| Type | Description | Industry | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupation | Pharmacist | Pharmaceuticals/Health Products | TN Legislature bio |
| Business Owner | Owner of Perkins Drugs & Gift Shoppe | — | AI-researched |
| Board Member | Board Member of Sumner Regional Medical Center | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Employer | HAILE FARMS | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | GEORGIAN MANOR APTS. | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | STEVE FREEMAN FARMS | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | 2005 CAIRO RENTAL | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | GEORGIAN MANOR APTS. CO-OWNER from Jan 1992 to Apr 2026 | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | SUMNER COUNTY ANTIDRUG COALITION ADVISOR from Jan 2014 to Dec 2014 | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | WORLD CHRISTIAN BROADCASTING BOARD MEMBER from Jan 2006 to Jul 2014 | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | STATION CAMP CHURCH ELDER from Jan 2010 to Jan 2017 | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | STATION CAMP CHURCH BOARD OF TRUSTEES CHAIRMAN from Jan 2017 to Apr 2022 | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | APCI BOARD MEMBER from Jan 1992 to Apr 2016 | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | SOUTHEAST COMMUNITY FIRE DEPT. PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD from Jan 1991 to Apr 2022 | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | CHRISTIAN TOWERS BOARD MEMBER from Jan 1992 to Jan 2014 | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | GEORGIAN MANOR APTS.; | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | RAYMOND JAMES FINANCIAL SERVICES | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | Leadership PAC: HAILEPAC | — | 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 SB1052 do?
Tennessee SB1052 changes the legal definition of a putative father, stating that a biological father or someone claiming to be a biological father who only provides minimal financial support during the pregnancy or when the mother has custody is not considered a putative father. The bill also includes updates to the adoption process and final orders related to adoption.
What is the status of TN SB1052?
TN SB1052 is currently “Passed” in the Tennessee legislature.
Who sponsored TN SB1052?
Ferrell Haile (R) sponsored TN SB1052.
