DNA Legislation passes House

The vote on the House floor in Nashville today was 98-0, all ayes for DNA legislation that will require a DNA sample from all persons arrested for violent crimes in the state of Tennessee.

State Representative Jason Mumpower sponsored the House bill that is now one step closer to becoming legislation. Governor Bredesen's signature is the final step in cementing this very important law.

Johnia's parents and one of her brothers were in Nashville to witness the unanimous vote.