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TN SB0351
TN SB0351AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 8; Title 12 and Title 13, relative to local government.
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Introduced
01/28/2025
01/28/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
04/09/2025
04/09/2025
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, requires county and city attorneys to consult with and advise elected county and city officials, the officials' deputies, and the officials' employees as to the proper application and enforcement of federal and state laws that are pertinent to carrying out the duties of the officials' respective offices. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 8; Title 12 and Title 13.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee law to clarify and expand the legal advisory responsibilities of county and city attorneys. Specifically, it requires county attorneys to consult with and provide legal guidance to elected county officials, their deputies, and employees regarding the proper application and enforcement of federal and state laws relevant to their official duties. Similarly, city attorneys are mandated to provide the same type of legal consultation and advice to elected city officials, their deputies, and employees. These new provisions are additional to any existing legal duties already prescribed by general law, private acts, or local ordinances. The bill applies to multiple sections of Tennessee Code Annotated, covering Titles 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, and 13, which relate to local government. The legislation takes effect immediately upon becoming law, with the stated purpose of serving the public welfare by ensuring that local government officials have clear legal guidance in performing their responsibilities.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Rcvd. from S., held on H. desk. (on 04/10/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB0351&ga=114 |
| Amendment 1-0 to SB0351 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Amend/SA0308.pdf |
| Fiscal Memo for SA0308 (5665) | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/FM1119.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB0351.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - HB0337 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/HB0337.pdf |
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