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TN SB1944

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Richard Briggs

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Origin

Senate

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Local governing bodies in Tennessee may allow members to participate in community meetings electronically via video or audio conference

  • Public must be given real-time access to view/listen to electronic meetings and participate if participation would normally be allowed

  • Meeting notices must include information about electronic participation, physical location (if applicable), and access instructions for remote attendance

  • 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

  • No voting is permitted 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

Rcvd. from S., held on H. desk.

3/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Calendar2/17/2026
State and Local Government2/2/2026

Full Bill Text

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