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This bill amends the charter of the Town of Rogersville, Tennessee by adding a new provision that allows the board of mayor and aldermen to request the county election commission to place advisory, nonbinding referendum questions on the ballot. These referenda would enable voters to provide advice and input on matters of general and vital concern to the town. The bill requires approval by a two-thirds vote of the town's legislative body, and once approved, it will become effective. The purpose of this legislation is to create a mechanism for the town's residents to express their opinions on important local issues, though the resulting referenda would not be legally binding on the town's leadership. The bill is specifically targeted at enhancing civic engagement and providing a formal avenue for community input in Rogersville's local governance.

https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB1445&ga=114