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.
Impact
If approved, HB1424 would effectively allow city officers to engage in other employment or responsibilities outside of their official duties, a shift that could have various implications for how the city operates and the effectiveness of its governance. This change could potentially lead to broader interpretation of city officer roles, giving them more flexibility in balancing their public duties and personal careers, which may attract a diverse range of candidates for city roles without being limited by time commitment restrictions.
Summary
House Bill 1424 aims to amend Chapter 67 of the Private Acts of 1953, specifically addressing the City of Gallatin's charter. The primary intention of this legislation is to modify the requirements regarding the devotion of time that city officers must dedicate to their respective offices. Currently, the law states that all city officers, with the exception of the city attorney, must devote all of their time to their city roles, which this bill seeks to change. The specifics of the proposed amendments would require significant approval from local government entities as outlined in the legislation.
Sentiment
Discussions surrounding HB1424 indicate a generally supportive sentiment from those in favor of increasing flexibility for city officers. Proponents believe this change could improve public service opportunities and possibly enhance civic engagement. However, there could be contention around the oversight and accountability of city officers if they are permitted to devote less time exclusively to their official duties. This balance between flexibility and responsibility is central to the ongoing debate regarding the bill.
Contention
There may be notable points of contention regarding the bill's potential impacts on governance and transparency. Critics might argue that allowing city officers to have other employment could lead to conflicts of interest or weaken the commitment to city affairs, diminishing the effectiveness of local government. The decision for this amendment's effective application hinges on two-thirds approval from Gallatin's legislative body, adding a layer of scrutiny and an opportunity for community feedback on this significant governance change.
Crossfiled
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 74 of the Private Acts of 1955; Chapter 31 of the Private Acts of 1957; Chapter 12 of the Private Acts of 1963; Chapter 192 of the Private Acts of 1967; Chapter 70 of the Private Acts of 1975; Chapter 97 of the Private Acts of 1981; Chapter 48 of the Private Acts of 1999; Chapter 4 of the Private Acts of 2009; Chapter 30 of the Private Acts of 2014; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the City of Gallatin.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 67 of the Private Acts of 1953; as amended by Chapter 28 of the Private Acts of 1965; Chapter 192 of the Private Acts of 1967; Chapter 29 of the Private Acts of 1973; Chapter 70 of the Private Acts of 1975; Chapter 67 of the Private Acts of 1975; Chapter 42 of the Private Acts of 1979; Chapter 97 of the Private Acts of 1981; Chapter 233 of the Private Acts of 1982; Chapter 63 of the Private Acts of 1987; Chapter 195 of the Private Acts of 1990; Chapter 196 of the Private Acts of 1990; Chapter 194 of the Private Acts of 1990; Chapter 109 of the Private Acts of 1995; Chapter 84 of the Private Acts of 1995; Chapter 83 of the Private Acts of 1995; Chapter 173 of the Private Acts of 1996; Chapter 48 of the Private Acts of 1999; Chapter 40 of the Private Acts of 2001; Chapter 153 of the Private Acts of 2002; Chapter 4 of the Private Acts of 2009; Chapter 19 of the Private Acts of 2009; Chapter 53 of the Private Acts of 2016; Chapter 28 of the Private Acts of 2017 and Chapter 51 of the Private Acts of 2018; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of the City of Gallatin.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 67 of the Private Acts of 1953; as amended by Chapter 28 of the Private Acts of 1965; Chapter 192 of the Private Acts of 1967; Chapter 29 of the Private Acts of 1973; Chapter 70 of the Private Acts of 1975; Chapter 67 of the Private Acts of 1975; Chapter 42 of the Private Acts of 1979; Chapter 97 of the Private Acts of 1981; Chapter 233 of the Private Acts of 1982; Chapter 63 of the Private Acts of 1987; Chapter 195 of the Private Acts of 1990; Chapter 196 of the Private Acts of 1990; Chapter 194 of the Private Acts of 1990; Chapter 109 of the Private Acts of 1995; Chapter 84 of the Private Acts of 1995; Chapter 83 of the Private Acts of 1995; Chapter 173 of the Private Acts of 1996; Chapter 48 of the Private Acts of 1999; Chapter 40 of the Private Acts of 2001; Chapter 153 of the Private Acts of 2002; Chapter 4 of the Private Acts of 2009; Chapter 19 of the Private Acts of 2009; Chapter 53 of the Private Acts of 2016; Chapter 28 of the Private Acts of 2017 and Chapter 51 of the Private Acts of 2018; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of the City of Gallatin.
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 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 211 of the Private Acts of 1917; as amended by Chapter 256 of the Private Acts of 1955 and Chapter 87 of the Private Acts of 1983; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of the Town of Oneida.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 211 of the Private Acts of 1917; as amended by Chapter 256 of the Private Acts of 1955 and Chapter 87 of the Private Acts of 1983; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of the Town of Oneida.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 486 of the Private Acts of 1941; as amended and rewritten by Chapter 26 of the Private Acts of 2013; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the Charter of the City of Smithville.