As an increasing number of businesses speak out against a series of bills critics say would hurt members of the LGBTQ community, House Speaker Glen Casada says the companies should stay out of politics.

Casada's remarks are markedly different than his Senate counterpart, Lt. Gov. Randy McNally, who has expressed concerns about the financial implications that could come in response to the legislation.

Over the weekend, the Tennessee Titans said they opposed a slate of bills and questioned whether Nashville could host another NFL Draft in the future if the measures were enacted.

The bills in question include one that would allow adoption agencies to deny same-sex couples service on religious grounds and another that requires the state's attorney general to defend school districts determining bathroom use for transgender students. Another measure would enhance the state’s indecent exposure laws and was originally written to target transgender people.

In addition to the Titans, businesses including Amazon, Ikea, Nike, Marriott, Lyft, Hilton, Warner Music Group and AllianceBernstein have signed onto a letter criticizing the various bills. The Nashville Predators and Nashville SC have also come out in opposition to the bills.

Casada, R-Franklin, said Monday he was not concerned about the potential financial implications of such businesses being opposed to the various bills.

"I don't. Tennessee provides a fertile ground for them to make money and be prosperous," Casada said. "And that's what they should do. They should take care of their stockholders and not get so much involved in politics."

Throughout the current legislative session, Casada, along with other members of the General Assembly, have participated in various events hosted by businesses, including the Titans and Comcast.

Lawmakers also receive significant campaign donations from businesses every year.

Casada said he had no concerns that Tennessee could face a backlash similar to what occurred in North Carolina in 2016 when lawmakers there approved a law that restricted bathroom use for transgender people.

As a result of the law, which was rescinded in 2017, North Carolina was boycotted by many businesses and saw the NCAA and NBA move previously scheduled basketball games to different states.

As he said earlier this year, McNally, R-Oak Ridge, took a different approach Monday.

Adam Kleinheider, McNally's spokesman, said the lieutenant governor was concerned about the economic impact of the various bills.

"While economics should not be the guiding principle in all things, Lt. Gov. McNally prefers to focus on legislation that advances economic growth rather than distract from it," Kleinheider said.

Either way, he is hopeful that businesses will continue to be attracted to Tennessee’s pro-business environment and top-notch workforce regardless of politics.”

In early April, McNally offered a similar assessment, saying the state needed to be sensitive to the business implications of the various bills.

Several measures critics say target the LGBTQ community have failed to gain adequate support this year. But several more remain in play this year.

With the legislature eyeing the end of session, the two bills pertaining to restrooms and the adoption measure were scheduled to be considered by both chambers Tuesday.

The Senate approved the bill to enhance the state's indecent exposure law with a 21-5 vote. Sen. Paul Rose, R-Covington, who is sponsoring the same-sex adoption measure, opted to delay its consideration until 2020.

A spokeswoman for Gov. Bill Lee declined to comment on the various bills.

Amelia Ferrell Knisely contributed to this report.

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