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TN HB1858

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/21/2026

Primary Sponsor

Dave Wright

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Origin

House of Representatives

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Local governing bodies in Tennessee may allow members to participate in community meetings via electronic means (video or audio conference)

  • Public must be able to view/listen to meetings in real time electronically and participate remotely if public participation is normally permitted

  • Meeting notices must include a statement about electronic participation, physical location address (if applicable), and information for public electronic access

  • Recordings must be posted on the governing body's website within 4 business days, remain published for at least 1 year, and be retained for at least 3 years

  • Voting on any matter is prohibited during community meetings where members participate electronically

Legislative Description

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 5; Title 6; Title 7 and Title 8, Chapter 44, relative to community meetings conducted with electronic participation.

Open Meetings

Last Action

Placed on cal. State & Local Government Committee for 3/18/2026

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

State & Local Government2/11/2026
Public Service Subcommittee2/4/2026
State & Local Government2/2/2026

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