TN HB1537

Creates the Tennessee Assessor of Property Certification Board with 5 members appointed by the comptroller of the treasury, secretary of state, state board of equalization, Tennessee Association of Assessing Officers, and the governor (from nominees submitted by real estate commissions)

Establishes qualification requirements for assessor of property candidates: must be a qualified voter and 1-year county resident, plus have 3 years as a licensed real estate appraiser, 4 years as a licensed real estate agent, 3 years in mass appraisal, or hold an IAAO designation

Requires candidates to submit affidavits and evidence to the board at least 14 days before the qualifying deadline; the board must certify qualifications before a candidate's name appears on the ballot

Grandfathers current assessors holding office as of December 31, 2026, allowing them to continue in office without meeting new qualification requirements as long as they continuously hold the position

Takes effect July 1, 2027, with administrative support provided by the Department of Revenue from existing appropriated funds