SB1775

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 8-44-110, relative to public meetings.

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SB1775 amends Tennessee Code to expand the definition of public bodies subject to open meetings laws.

SB1775 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 8-44-110, to expand the definition of public bodies subject to open meetings laws. The bill adds new subdivisions to include the governing body of a local education agency and any other local governing body of a public body that can make binding decisions or appropriate funds. This act takes effect immediately upon becoming law.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

94 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 3

12:00 AM

Senate Revenue Subcommittee Of Finance, Ways & Means Hearing

Feb 24

12:00 AM

Senate Revenue Subcommittee Of Finance, Ways & Means Hearing

History

Apr 28

Pub. Ch. 699

Apr 28

Effective date(s) 04/14/2026

Apr 14

Senate

Signed by Governor.