TN HB0324

Amends Tennessee Code Section 58-2-107 to clarify that the governor's emergency executive orders, proclamations, and rules have the force of law but cannot contravene, suspend, or conflict with the Tennessee Constitution

Authorizes the governor to issue, amend, or rescind executive orders, proclamations, and rules during declared emergencies under existing statutory authority

Permits suspension of state laws, orders, rules, or regulations during emergencies if strict compliance would prevent, hinder, or delay necessary emergency response actions

Passed by the General Assembly on March 24, 2025, and became law on April 8, 2025 without Governor Bill Lee's signature after the 10-day constitutional period expired

Governor Lee expressed concern the bill could adversely impact Tennessee's ability to protect 7 million residents during disasters like Hurricane Helene, though he noted it merely repeats established legal principles