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TN HB1691

TN HB1691
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 42, Chapter 5, relative to airports.


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Introduced
01/15/2026
In Committee
02/17/2026
Crossed Over
02/24/2026
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

114th General Assembly

Bill Summary

As introduced, specifies that a joint board established by two municipalities and two counties pursuant to an interlocal agreement for the purpose of operating an airport is vested with all the powers, rights, duties, and privileges of a regional airport authority. - Amends TCA Title 42, Chapter 5.

AI Summary

This bill clarifies the legal standing of a joint board created by two cities and two counties to operate an airport through an interlocal agreement, which is a formal contract between governmental entities. Specifically, it grants this joint board all the powers and responsibilities of a regional airport authority, meaning it can function similarly to a dedicated entity for airport management. The bill also states that this board will be considered a public instrumentality and a public body corporate and politic, allowing it to officially register as a corporate entity with the Secretary of State. Importantly, the specific details of how the board is governed, including member terms and composition, will be determined by the interlocal agreement itself, rather than other state laws concerning airport authorities.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Engrossed; ready for transmission to Sen. (on 02/24/2026)

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