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TN HB1773
TN HB1773AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 7, Chapter 86, Part 3 and Title 8, Chapter 44, Part 1, relative to emergency communications district boards of directors.
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Introduced
01/20/2026
01/20/2026
In Committee
01/22/2026
01/22/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, authorizes emergency communications district boards of directors to participate in board meetings electronically under the open meetings law. - Amends TCA Title 7, Chapter 86, Part 3 and Title 8, Chapter 44, Part 1.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee law to allow emergency communications district boards of directors to participate in their meetings electronically, which is important for ensuring these boards can conduct business efficiently and inclusively, especially when in-person attendance might be difficult. The bill clarifies that these boards are considered "governing bodies" under the state's open meetings law, meaning they must adhere to rules that ensure transparency and public access to their decision-making processes, even when members are participating remotely.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Assigned to s/c Public Service Subcommittee (on 01/22/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB1773&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - HB1773 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/HB1773.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HB1773.pdf |
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