Children - As introduced, establishes that children have equal protection under the law and possess fundamental rights to safety, protection from harm, and consideration of their best interests as the paramount concern in all legal proceedings, governmental actions, and policy decisions affecting their welfare. - Amends TCA Title 36 and Title 37.

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Chamber: Senate
Introduced: Feb 2, 2026
Last action: Feb 5, 2026 — Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee
Session: 114
Momentum: 27 · Low

PASSAGE PROBABILITY

23.9% Unlikely

Why this number

Stage base In Committee — base rate 51%, measured from TN's completed sessions
Momentum -5 27/100 from the pace of recorded action
Time since last action -22 253 days quiet

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