Tennessee 2025-2026 Regular Session

Tennessee Senate Bill SB1457

Introduced
3/12/25  
Chaptered
6/4/25  

Caption

AN ACT to amend Chapter 568 of the Private Acts of 1939; as amended by Chapter 107 of the Private Acts of 1981; Chapter 129 of the Private Acts of 2006; Chapter 66 of the Private Acts of 2014; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the City of Portland.

Impact

The changes proposed by SB1457 would necessitate a two-thirds approval vote by the legislative body of Portland for the bill to take effect, indicating a need for substantial consensus among local lawmakers. If enacted, this legislation could streamline certain procedural aspects of local governance, potentially empowering the city to better align its regulations with state expectations while also clarifying legislative processes.

Summary

Senate Bill 1457 aims to amend Chapter 568 of the Private Acts of 1939, as well as its subsequent amendments, related to the governance and operational authority of the City of Portland. This bill outlines significant revisions to local governance, specifically addressing how the city's legislative body operates under existing laws. The proposal seeks to replace certain articles in the current private acts, thus reshaping the structural legal framework that governs the city.

Conclusion

Overall, SB1457 serves as an important piece of legislation that attempts to refine local governance frameworks in Portland. By addressing and updating long-standing private acts, it seeks to modernize the city's operational structures, albeit contingent on local legislative approval.

Contention

While the text does not indicate strong opposition or support, the requirement for a two-thirds vote suggests there may be division or differing opinions within the city's legislative body. Local governance matters can often be contentious, especially when they involve amending foundational legal acts. The implications of such changes must be monitored closely to assess their impact on the autonomy and authority of the City of Portland, as well as how these changes may affect local residents' governance.

Companion Bills

TN HB1431

Crossfiled AN ACT to amend Chapter 568 of the Private Acts of 1939; as amended by Chapter 107 of the Private Acts of 1981; Chapter 129 of the Private Acts of 2006; Chapter 66 of the Private Acts of 2014; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the City of Portland.

Previously Filed As

TN HB1531

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.

TN SB1477

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.

TN SB2964

AN ACT to amend Chapter 574 of the Private Acts of 1939; as amended by Chapter 142 of the Private Acts of 1975; Chapter 225 of the Private Acts of 1988; Chapter 17 of the Private Acts of 1989; Chapter 15 of the Private Acts of 1991; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of the Town of Pikeville.

TN HB2979

AN ACT to amend Chapter 574 of the Private Acts of 1939; as amended by Chapter 142 of the Private Acts of 1975; Chapter 225 of the Private Acts of 1988; Chapter 17 of the Private Acts of 1989; Chapter 15 of the Private Acts of 1991; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of the Town of Pikeville.

TN SB1478

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.

TN HB1532

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.

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 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 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 SB0106

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.

Similar Bills

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