The Tennessee Court Appearance Reminder Program Act

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TN SB2099 is a senate bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by Raumesh Akbari (D), currently “Introduced” since January 22, 2026.

We track 9,160 Tennessee bills this session, 237 of them sponsored by Raumesh Akbari.

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Senator Raumesh Akbari, as a self-employed attorney, has a direct personal financial interest that aligns with the provisions of SB2099, which aims to amend the Tennessee Court Appearance Reminder Program Act. The bill's focus on improving court appearance notifications could potentially benefit legal practitioners, including Akbari, by increasing the efficiency of court processes and possibly leading to more clients seeking legal representation. This creates a scenario where the sponsor's professional role as an attorney intersects with the legislative intent of the bill, raising concerns about potential personal financial gain from its passage.

Additionally, Akbari's involvement in multiple organizations related to law and public policy further emphasizes the connection between her professional interests and the bill's implications. The alignment of her occupation with the bill's impact on the legal sector indicates a significant potential for conflicts of interest, as the legislation could enhance her business prospects within the legal field. Therefore, while the bill may serve a public good, it also poses a risk of benefiting Akbari financially in her capacity as an attorney.

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