Bill > HB0238

This bill extends the sunset date for the Civil Defense and Disaster Compact, which is a legal agreement between Tennessee and potentially other states or entities for coordinating emergency response and disaster management efforts. Specifically, the bill amends Tennessee law to remove an existing provision and add a new section that sets a termination date of June 30, 2033 for the Civil Defense and Disaster Compact (originally created in § 58-2-402). The bill also includes a broader provision that terminates any governmental entities created during calendar year 2031 on the same date. Importantly, the bill allows for any terminated governmental entities to be potentially continued, reestablished, or restructured in the future. The legislation takes effect immediately upon becoming law, with the stated purpose of serving the public welfare. This type of sunset provision is common in government to periodically review and renew the authorization for certain agencies, compacts, or programs to ensure they remain relevant and effective.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB0238&ga=114