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TN HB0913
TN HB0913AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 2; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7 and Title 20, Chapter 18, relative to ballot measures.
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Introduced
02/04/2025
02/04/2025
In Committee
03/26/2025
03/26/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
04/29/2025
04/29/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/29/2025
04/29/2025
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As enacted, requires a three-judge panel to hear any civil action in which it is alleged that a proposed charter amendment ordinance that is to be submitted to qualified voters at an election is in violation of the Constitution or state law; prohibits an amendment to the charter of a home rule municipality from being placed on any ballot if the amendment is in violation of the Constitution or state law. - Amends TCA Title 2; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7 and Title 20, Chapter 18.
AI Summary
This bill modifies Tennessee law regarding ballot measures and legal challenges by establishing two key provisions: First, it requires that any civil action alleging a proposed charter amendment ordinance violates the Constitution or state law must be heard by a three-judge panel, expanding existing legal review procedures for state-level challenges. Second, the bill prohibits any amendment to a home rule municipality's charter from being placed on a ballot if the amendment is determined to be unconstitutional or in conflict with state law. These changes aim to provide additional legal scrutiny of proposed local government charter amendments before they can be put to a public vote, ensuring that such amendments meet constitutional and legal standards. The bill applies to home rule municipalities, which are local governments with the authority to enact their own charters and regulations within the state of Tennessee, and will take effect immediately upon becoming law.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Comp. became Pub. Ch. 249 (on 04/29/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB0913&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/acts/114/pub/pc0249.pdf |
| Amendment 1-0 to HB0913 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Amend/HA0411.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - SB0525 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB0525.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HB0913.pdf |
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