Lawmakers pass bill requiring reports on pleas, changed charges for Memphis task force cases

By: Cassandra Stephenson

Outlets: Tennessee Lookout

Published: April 13, 2026

Words: 845

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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Gov. Bill Lee’s desk now awaits a bill requiring the Shelby County district attorney to notify officials if certain “serious” cases arising from the federal task force in Memphis result in a plea, lowered charge or dismissal.

The Memphis Safe Task Force — a collaboration between multiple state and federal agencies and the Tennessee National Guard — has been operating in Memphis since September at the direction of President Donald Trump.

Sen. Brent Taylor …

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