What is the current status of HB 0022?

HB 0022 is currently: Engrossed.

Who sponsored HB 0022?

HB 0022 was sponsored by Elaine Davis (R), Rep.

Public Meetings Must Allow Comments

IntroducedN/A

Engrossed1 year ago

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Received from House, Passed on First Consideration

Why This Matters

This bill requires governing bodies in Tennessee to allow public comments on any relevant issue during their meetings.

If you attend local government meetings, you can now comment on any relevant topic, not just those on the agenda.

Who this affects

residents

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill ensures that the public can speak on any relevant topic during meetings.
2Governing bodies must set aside time for public comments, even if the topic is not on the agenda.
3The bill applies to all governing bodies that follow open meeting laws in Tennessee.
4It aims to increase transparency and public participation in local government decisions.

Read the detailed summary

As introduced, requires a governing body subject to the open meetings laws to reserve a period of public comment to provide the public with the opportunity to comment on any matter germane to the jurisdiction of the governing body, regardless of whether the matter is listed on the agenda for the meeting. - Amends TCA Title 8, Chapter 44.