Bill > SB1858

This bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 20, Chapter 18, concerning civil procedure, by changing the process for handling civil actions related to redistricting plans. Specifically, it modifies how a three-judge panel is selected to hear such cases, requiring the Supreme Court to choose one judge from each of the state's three grand divisions to ensure regional representation. It also clarifies that venue for these civil actions can be in any county in the state, overriding other laws. Crucially, the bill increases the minimum time a court must give the General Assembly to fix any problems in a redistricting plan from 15 days to 90 days, providing more time for legislative correction.