AN ACT to amend Chapter 644 of the Private Acts of 1911; as amended by Chapter 685 of the Private Acts of 1929; Chapter 61 of the Private Acts of 2005 and Chapter 52 of the Private Acts of 2016; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of the City of Lebanon.
Impact
The impact of HB 1532 would enhance the legal operational capabilities of the City of Lebanon by delegating certain approval powers to Assistant City Attorneys. This means that legal documents can be processed and executed without delay, potentially improving the efficiency of city governance. The practicality of having an authorized assistant to oversee legal proceedings can significantly benefit the administration of the city, particularly in urgent situations that require immediate legal validation.
Summary
House Bill 1532 proposes an amendment to the charter of the City of Lebanon, affecting provisions established under previous private acts dating back to 1911. This bill specifically allows for any Assistant City Attorney to be authorized to approve the form of legal documents such as contracts, deeds, ordinances, and resolutions in the absence of the City Attorney. This change aims to streamline legal processes within the city government and ensure that operations can continue smoothly even when the primary legal representative is unavailable.
Sentiment
The sentiment around HB 1532 appeared overwhelmingly positive, with legislators expressing support for measures that promote operational efficiency within local government. The bill passed with a unanimous vote of 33 in favor and no opposition, indicating broad agreement on the necessity of empowering Assistant City Attorneys. This reflects a legislative trend towards enhancing local governance frameworks, making them more resilient and adaptable to the needs of their constituents.
Contention
While the bill garnered unanimous support in this instance, the potential for future disputes surrounding the delegation of authority remains. Critics who might emerge in future discussions could argue about the implications of expanding powers without sufficient checks, particularly in regard to accountability and oversight within city administration. However, no such concerns were voiced during the initial discussions or voting of HB 1532, illustrating a current consensus on the advantages of the proposed changes.
Crossfiled
AN ACT to amend Chapter 644 of the Private Acts of 1911; as amended by Chapter 685 of the Private Acts of 1929; Chapter 61 of the Private Acts of 2005 and Chapter 52 of the Private Acts of 2016; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of the City of Lebanon.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 644 of the Private Acts of 1911; as amended by Chapter 685 of the Private Acts of 1929; Chapter 61 of the Private Acts of 2005 and Chapter 52 of the Private Acts of 2016; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of the City of Lebanon.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 644 of the Private Acts of 1911; as amended by Chapter 685 of the Private Acts of 1929; Chapter 381 of the Private Acts of 1972; Chapter 38 of the Private Acts of 1989; Chapter 20 of the Private Acts of 1999; Chapter 34 of the Private Acts of 2014 and Chapter 52 of the Private Acts of 2016; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of the City of Lebanon.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 644 of the Private Acts of 1911; as amended by Chapter 685 of the Private Acts of 1929; Chapter 381 of the Private Acts of 1972; Chapter 38 of the Private Acts of 1989; Chapter 20 of the Private Acts of 1999; Chapter 34 of the Private Acts of 2014 and Chapter 52 of the Private Acts of 2016; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of the City of Lebanon.
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.
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.
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.
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.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 67 of the Private Acts of 1953; as amended by Chapter 53 of the Private Acts of 2016; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter for the City of Gallatin.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 67 of the Private Acts of 1953; as amended by Chapter 53 of the Private Acts of 2016; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter for the City of Gallatin.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 167 of the Private Acts of 1994; as amended by Chapter 39 of the Private Acts of 2020 and Chapter 52 of the Private Acts of 2022; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of the Town of Oakland.