Bill > HB1429

This bill amends the existing laws of the City of New Johnsonville to prevent potential conflicts of interest in local elections by prohibiting immediate relatives from simultaneously holding elected city offices. Specifically, the bill defines "immediate relative" as including spouses, parents, children, siblings, stepchildren, stepparents, grandparents, grandchildren, and in-laws. The provision aims to avoid actual or apparent conflicts of interest and prevent favoritism within the city government. The bill requires approval by a two-thirds vote of the City of New Johnsonville's legislative body and includes a provision that protects current incumbents, ensuring that no existing elected official will be removed from office before their term ends. Importantly, the restrictions only apply to elected positions within the City of New Johnsonville and do not prevent relatives of state, county, federal, or other officials from being considered for city elected positions. The bill will only take effect if approved by the local legislative body, with the approval or rejection to be certified by the presiding officer and reported to the secretary of state.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB1429&ga=114