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TN HB7001
TN HB7001AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 2, relative to the 2026 congressional elections.
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Introduced
05/04/2026
05/04/2026
In Committee
05/06/2026
05/06/2026
Crossed Over
05/07/2026
05/07/2026
Passed
05/07/2026
05/07/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
06/03/2026
06/03/2026
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As enacted, makes various changes to election law to facilitate the changes made in the composition of congressional districts in this state for the 2026 primary or general election, including, but not limited to, requiring the coordinator of elections to provide notice of such revised districts and the special qualifying deadline to the qualified candidates and county election commissions. - Amends TCA Title 2.
AI Summary
This bill, concerning the 2026 congressional elections in Tennessee, amends existing election law by adding a new provision that specifically exempts the 2026 primary election for United States Representative from the requirements of Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 2-13-209. While the provided text doesn't detail the original content of Section 2-13-209, this exemption suggests that certain standard election procedures or requirements will not apply to that particular election cycle for congressional representatives, likely to accommodate changes in congressional districts as indicated by the government summary. The bill also states that it takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Effective date(s) 05/07/2026 (on 06/03/2026)
Bill Topics
Government Operations
- ‐ Census and Redistricting
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