AN ACT to amend Chapter 467 of the Private Acts of 1951; as amended by Chapter 233 of the Private Acts of 1976; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to Morgan County.
Impact
The implications of HB1440 significantly affect the governance structure within Morgan County. By granting the power of appointment to the County Commission, the bill engenders a shift in how local governance operates, moving towards a model that emphasizes qualifications over residency. This could potentially enhance the quality of legal representation the county receives, as non-residents with specific expertise in law could be considered for the position.
Summary
House Bill 1440 aims to amend the existing provisions regarding the role of the County Attorney in Morgan County. Specifically, the bill proposes to change the elected position of County Attorney to one that is appointed by the Morgan County Commission. This reform allows for a more streamlined process in fulfilling this legal role, as it removes the requirement for the County Attorney to be a resident of Morgan County. This change is intended to ensure that the most qualified candidates are available for the position, regardless of their place of residence.
Contention
There may be points of contention arising from the fact that residents of Morgan County might view the removal of the residency requirement as diminishing local representation. Concerns could be raised regarding accountability and the degree to which an appointed County Attorney understands the unique legal issues and concerns prevalent in the county. This aspect of the bill could prompt a discussion about the balance between seeking expertise and ensuring local governance remains accessible and representative of the community's interests.
Crossfiled
AN ACT to amend Chapter 467 of the Private Acts of 1951; as amended by Chapter 233 of the Private Acts of 1976; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to Morgan County.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 289 of the Private Acts of 1976; as amended by Chapter 241 of the Private Acts of 1978; Chapter 92 of the Private Acts of 2000; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the Scott County Attorney.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 289 of the Private Acts of 1976; as amended by Chapter 241 of the Private Acts of 1978; Chapter 92 of the Private Acts of 2000; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the Scott County Attorney.
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 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 553 of the Acts of 1903; as amended by Chapter 395 of the Acts of 1905; Chapter 256 of the Acts of 1905; Chapter 405 of the Acts of 1907; Chapter 468 of the Private Acts of 1917; Chapter 200 of the Private Acts of 1919; Chapter 105 of the Private Acts of 1931; Chapter 460 of the Private Acts of 1931; Chapter 700 of the Private Acts of 1931; Chapter 334 of the Private Acts of 1943; Chapter 252 of the Private Acts of 1951; Chapter 513 of the Private Acts of 1951; Chapter 376 of the Private Acts of 1955; Chapter 277 of the Private Acts of 1959; Chapter 39 of the Private Acts of 1963; Chapter 40 of the Private Acts of 1963; Chapter 238 of the Private Acts of 1967; Chapter 233 of the Private Acts of 1972; Chapter 171 of the Private Acts of 1974; Chapter 311 of the Private Acts of 1974; Chapter 241 of the Private Acts of 1974; Chapter 337 of the Private Acts of 1974; Chapter 248 of the Private Acts of 1976; Chapter 71 of the Private Acts of 1977; Chapter 233 of the Private Acts of 1978; Chapter 135 of the Private Acts of 1979; Chapter 59 of the Private Acts of 1979; Chapter 70 of the Private Acts of 1981; Chapter 353 of the Private Acts of 1982; Chapter 48 of the Private Acts of 1983; Chapter 81 of the Private Acts of 1983; Chapter 86 of the Private Acts of 1983; Chapter 115 of the Private Acts of 1986; Chapter 124 of the Private Acts of 1991; Chapter 161 of the Private Acts of 1992; Chapter 35 of the Private Acts of 1995; Chapter 93 of the Private Acts of 1997; Chapter 76 of the Private Acts of 1997; Chapter 40 of the Private Acts of 2005; Chapter 102 of the Private Acts of 2008; Chapter 105 of the Private Acts of 2008; Chapter 54 of the Private Acts of 2016; Chapter 30 of the Private Acts of 2017; Chapter 17 of the Private Acts of 2021 and Chapter 39 of the Private Acts of 2022; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of the City of Tullahoma.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 553 of the Acts of 1903; as amended by Chapter 395 of the Acts of 1905; Chapter 256 of the Acts of 1905; Chapter 405 of the Acts of 1907; Chapter 468 of the Private Acts of 1917; Chapter 200 of the Private Acts of 1919; Chapter 105 of the Private Acts of 1931; Chapter 460 of the Private Acts of 1931; Chapter 700 of the Private Acts of 1931; Chapter 334 of the Private Acts of 1943; Chapter 252 of the Private Acts of 1951; Chapter 513 of the Private Acts of 1951; Chapter 376 of the Private Acts of 1955; Chapter 277 of the Private Acts of 1959; Chapter 39 of the Private Acts of 1963; Chapter 40 of the Private Acts of 1963; Chapter 238 of the Private Acts of 1967; Chapter 233 of the Private Acts of 1972; Chapter 171 of the Private Acts of 1974; Chapter 311 of the Private Acts of 1974; Chapter 241 of the Private Acts of 1974; Chapter 337 of the Private Acts of 1974; Chapter 248 of the Private Acts of 1976; Chapter 71 of the Private Acts of 1977; Chapter 233 of the Private Acts of 1978; Chapter 135 of the Private Acts of 1979; Chapter 59 of the Private Acts of 1979; Chapter 70 of the Private Acts of 1981; Chapter 353 of the Private Acts of 1982; Chapter 48 of the Private Acts of 1983; Chapter 81 of the Private Acts of 1983; Chapter 86 of the Private Acts of 1983; Chapter 115 of the Private Acts of 1986; Chapter 124 of the Private Acts of 1991; Chapter 161 of the Private Acts of 1992; Chapter 35 of the Private Acts of 1995; Chapter 93 of the Private Acts of 1997; Chapter 76 of the Private Acts of 1997; Chapter 40 of the Private Acts of 2005; Chapter 102 of the Private Acts of 2008; Chapter 105 of the Private Acts of 2008; Chapter 54 of the Private Acts of 2016; Chapter 30 of the Private Acts of 2017; Chapter 17 of the Private Acts of 2021 and Chapter 39 of the Private Acts of 2022; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of the City of Tullahoma.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 333 of the Private Acts of 1953; as rewritten by Chapter 54 of the Private Acts of 1991; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the City of Cottage Grove.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 333 of the Private Acts of 1953; as rewritten by Chapter 54 of the Private Acts of 1991; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the City of Cottage Grove.