Environmental Regulatory Programs

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TN SB1274 is a senate bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by Jack Johnson (R), currently “Passed” since May 13, 2025.

We track 9,160 Tennessee bills this session, 353 of them sponsored by Jack Johnson.

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The analysis of SB1274, which pertains to environmental regulatory programs including coal combustion residuals disposal, reveals no direct financial interests that align with the bill's subject matter. The sponsor, Jack Johnson, has a diverse portfolio of personal financial interests, primarily in healthcare and real estate, but none of these interests appear to intersect with the environmental regulations outlined in the bill. His role as Vice President at CIGNA Healthcare and ownership of a consulting firm do not provide a direct financial incentive related to the environmental impact or regulatory fees associated with coal or hazardous waste management.

Furthermore, while Johnson has investments in various funds, including those in securities and investments, these holdings do not directly correlate with the industries affected by the legislation. The absence of any personal business interests in coal, hazardous waste, or environmental services suggests that the risk of conflict of interest is minimal. Therefore, the potential for personal financial gain from this legislation appears to be low, as there are no relevant overlaps between his financial interests and the bill's implications.

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