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TN HB0022
TN HB0022AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 8, Chapter 44, relative to public meetings.
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Introduced
12/05/2024
12/05/2024
In Committee
03/05/2025
03/05/2025
Crossed Over
03/11/2025
03/11/2025
Passed
03/26/2026
03/26/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/30/2026
03/30/2026
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As enacted, requires a local governing body subject to the open meetings laws to reserve a period of public comment to provide the public with the opportunity to comment on any matter germane to the jurisdiction of the governing body, regardless of whether the matter is listed on the agenda for the meeting. - Amends TCA Title 8, Chapter 44.
AI Summary
This bill requires local governing bodies in Tennessee, such as city councils, county commissions, and school boards, to set aside a specific time during their public meetings for residents to voice their opinions. This public comment period must allow citizens to speak on issues that are relevant to the meeting's agenda, as well as any other matter that falls under the governing body's authority, even if it's not explicitly listed on the agenda. The term "local governing body" is defined to include entities like incorporated cities, towns, counties, metropolitan governments, school districts, regional authorities, and other political subdivisions, but it specifically excludes state government agencies.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs, Labor and Employment
Sponsors (12)
Elaine Davis (R)*,
Kip Capley (R),
Scott Cepicky (R),
Monty Fritts (R),
G.A. Hardaway (D),
Dan Howell (R),
Greg Martin (R),
Jake McCalmon (R),
Michele Reneau (R),
Tim Rudd (R),
Mike Sparks (R),
Chris Todd (R),
Last Action
Effective date(s) 03/26/2026 (on 03/30/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB0022&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/acts/114/pub/pc0620.pdf |
| Amendment 1-0 to HB0022 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Amend/HA0049.pdf |
| Fiscal Memo for HA0049 (4529) | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/FM0333.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - HB0022 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/HB0022.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HB0022.pdf |
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