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This bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated by providing a comprehensive definition of the term "district" specifically for municipal election purposes. The bill defines "district" as a broad geographical area that can include a district, region, precinct, sector, territory, ward, or any other designated geographical area that is used for the purpose of nominating and electing candidates. By expanding and clarifying the definition, the bill aims to provide more flexibility and precision in describing the geographical boundaries used in municipal election processes. The legislative change appears to be a technical amendment that standardizes terminology and potentially provides local governments with clearer guidance on how to define and establish election districts. The bill will take effect immediately upon becoming law, as stated in Section 2, with the public welfare cited as the rationale for its prompt implementation.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB0023&ga=114