Wide range of new state laws now in effect
From tractors to transgender restrooms, lots of changes
Tennessee’s new “tractor lemon law” applies to any farm machinery and requires manufacturers to replace or refund the full purchase price of such machinery under certain conditions. (Ed Andrieski/AP file)
Here’s a review of some of the new state laws and changes to state law that took effect July 1 after approval by the Tennessee General Assembly and the signature of Gov. Bill Lee.
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