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TN HB0022
AN 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
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, requires a 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 amends the Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Section 8-44-112, to expand public comment requirements for government meetings. Currently, public meetings are required to have a comment period, but this bill broadens the scope of what the public can comment on. Under the proposed change, governing bodies must allow public comments not only on agenda items but also on any matter that falls within the jurisdiction of the governing body, even if that matter is not listed on the meeting's agenda. This means citizens would have a more extensive opportunity to provide input during public meetings, regardless of whether their specific concern is a scheduled discussion point. The bill would take effect immediately upon becoming law, with the stated purpose of serving the public welfare by increasing government transparency and public participation in local government proceedings.
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
Received from House, Passed on First Consideration (on 03/13/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB0022&ga=114 |
| 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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