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TN SB0590

TN SB0590
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 8 and Title 58, relative to emergency powers.


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Introduced
01/25/2023
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/25/2024

Introduced Session

113th General Assembly

Bill Summary

As introduced, authorizes the renewal or extension of the executive order or proclamation issued by the governor declaring a state of emergency only by passage of a joint resolution by the general assembly. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 8 and Title 58.

AI Summary

This bill amends Tennessee law to authorize the renewal or extension of a state of emergency declared by the governor only through the passage of a joint resolution by the state legislature. Specifically, the bill limits the duration of the governor's emergency declaration to 45 days, after which it can only be renewed or extended by the legislature. This change aims to provide the legislative branch with greater oversight and involvement in the management of extended emergency situations in the state.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate State and Local Government Committee (on 03/29/2023)

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