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TN SB0691
TN SB0691AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 2-16-103; Section 3-1-102 and Section 3-1-103, relative to redistricting.
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Introduced
02/03/2025
02/03/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, requires the comptroller of the treasury to report to the general assembly which counties, if any, redrew precinct lines to ensure no split precincts in legislative districts. - Amends TCA Section 2-16-103; Section 3-1-102 and Section 3-1-103.
AI Summary
This bill requires the comptroller of the treasury to report to the Tennessee General Assembly about any counties that have redrawn precinct lines to eliminate precinct splits across legislative districts. Precinct splits occur when a single voting precinct crosses multiple legislative district boundaries, which can complicate voting and representation. The bill amends existing Tennessee law by adding a requirement for transparency and reporting around precinct line adjustments. Specifically, the comptroller must now provide a comprehensive report detailing which counties, if any, have taken steps to redraw their precinct lines to ensure that precincts are not divided between different legislative districts. The bill will take effect immediately upon becoming law, as determined by the legislative body to be in the public interest.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee (on 02/12/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB0691&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - SB0691 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB0691.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB0691.pdf |
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