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TN SB2211

TN SB2211
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 9; Title 12 and Title 13, relative to local government contracts.


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Introduced
02/02/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

114th General Assembly

Bill Summary

As introduced, increases from seven to 10 days the duration of public notice required for a hearing by a municipal governing body to consider the extension of a long term contract, lease, or lease-purchase agreement for a period of five years or more. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 9; Title 12 and Title 13.

AI Summary

This bill, by amending Tennessee Code Annotated (TCA) Section 7-51-904(b), increases the required public notice period for municipal governing bodies considering the extension of long-term contracts, leases, or lease-purchase agreements for five years or more from seven days to ten days prior to the scheduled meeting. This change aims to provide more time for public awareness and input on significant financial commitments made by local governments. The bill takes effect upon becoming law and applies to any such agreements that are executed, renewed, modified, or extended from that date forward.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate State and Local Government Committee (on 02/05/2026)

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