Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

Tennessee Senate Bill SB0106

Caption

AN ACT to amend Chapter 121 of the Private Acts of 2004; as amended by Chapter 84 of the Private Acts of 2014; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of Ashland City.

Impact

The bill could have significant implications for the governance structure of Ashland City, particularly in how local officials are elected. By establishing a consistent biennial election schedule, the bill is intended to enhance civic engagement, offering citizens a more predictable opportunity to participate in local governance. The extension of terms for sitting officials until their successors are elected is also a noteworthy provision, ensuring continuity within the city council during the transition period.

Summary

Senate Bill 0106 aims to amend the charter of Ashland City, specifically targeting the timing and frequency of local elections. Under the proposed legislation, elections for the Mayor and Councilmembers would shift from being held every odd-numbered year to every even-numbered year, on the first Thursday of August. This change seeks to streamline the election process and align it with other local or state election cycles, potentially increasing voter turnout by synchronizing these events.

Contention

Despite its intentions, SB0106 may face opposition from those who prefer the current election structure or believe that biennial elections might not capture timely community feedback or engagement. There is a concern that moving elections away from odd-numbered years could dilute the significance of local votes compared to federal elections. Further discussions around the effectiveness of these changes in improving voter turnout and engagement will be crucial in the legislative debate.

Companion Bills

TN HB0083

Crossfiled AN ACT to amend Chapter 121 of the Private Acts of 2004; as amended by Chapter 84 of the Private Acts of 2014; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of Ashland City.

Previously Filed As

TN HB0083

AN ACT to amend Chapter 121 of the Private Acts of 2004; as amended by Chapter 84 of the Private Acts of 2014; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of Ashland City.

TN HB1557

AN ACT to amend Chapter 121 of the Private Acts of 2004; as rewritten by Chapter 84 of the Private Acts of 2014; and as amended by Chapter 58 of the Private Acts of 2018 and Chapter 56 of the Private Acts of 2020; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to Ashland City.

TN SB1557

AN ACT to amend Chapter 121 of the Private Acts of 2004; as rewritten by Chapter 84 of the Private Acts of 2014; and as amended by Chapter 58 of the Private Acts of 2018 and Chapter 56 of the Private Acts of 2020; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to Ashland City.

TN SB1537

AN ACT to amend Chapter 130 of the Acts of 1907; as amended by Chapter 375 of the Acts of 1909; Chapter 535 of the Private Acts of 1953; Chapter 413 of the Private Acts of 1972; Chapter 58 of the Private Acts of 2001 and Chapter 23 of the Private Acts of 2021; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the Town of Livingston.

TN SB1531

AN ACT to amend Chapter 7 of the Private Acts of 1999; as amended by Chapter 114 of the Private Acts of 2004; Chapter 5 of the Private Acts of 2007 and Chapter 24 of the Private Acts of 2009; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of the City of Milan.

TN HB1540

AN ACT to amend Chapter 7 of the Private Acts of 1999; as amended by Chapter 114 of the Private Acts of 2004; Chapter 5 of the Private Acts of 2007 and Chapter 24 of the Private Acts of 2009; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of the City of Milan.

TN HB1437

AN ACT to amend Chapter 519 of the Private Acts of 1953; as amended and rewritten by Chapter 55 of the Private Acts of 2014; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the Charter for the City of Crossville.

TN SB1461

AN ACT to amend Chapter 519 of the Private Acts of 1953; as amended and rewritten by Chapter 55 of the Private Acts of 2014; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the Charter for the City of Crossville.

TN HB1439

AN ACT to amend Chapter 615 of the Private Acts of 1931; as amended by Chapter 326 of the Private Acts of 1941; Chapter 534 of the Private Acts of 1953; Chapter 39 of the Private Acts of 1965; Chapter 20 of the Private Acts of 1965; Chapter 220 of the Private Acts of 1974; Chapter 106 of the Private Acts of 2000; and Chapter 5 of the Private Acts of 2017; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter for the City of Ridgeside.

TN SB1462

AN ACT to amend Chapter 615 of the Private Acts of 1931; as amended by Chapter 326 of the Private Acts of 1941; Chapter 534 of the Private Acts of 1953; Chapter 39 of the Private Acts of 1965; Chapter 20 of the Private Acts of 1965; Chapter 220 of the Private Acts of 1974; Chapter 106 of the Private Acts of 2000; and Chapter 5 of the Private Acts of 2017; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter for the City of Ridgeside.

Similar Bills

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