Amends TCA Section 4-16-101.

Present law creates the office of local government, which is located in the office of the comptroller of the treasury. The office of local government has the following functions and duties:<br /> <br /> (1) Provide geographic information systems technical support, training, and map maintenance to the division of property assessments and local governments;<br /> (2) Assist local governments with geographic information systems and mapping issues;<br /> (3) Assist and advise local governments with local redistricting and reapportionment;<br /> (4) Compile and maintain precinct boundaries and maps in the state and assist with their development;<br /> (5) Serve as the liaison with the United States census bureau and participate in its redistricting data program;<br /> (6) Assist with other geographic information systems activities in the office of the comptroller; and<br /> (7) Such other duties as may be assigned by the comptroller.<br /> <br /> Present law requires that the office of local government have a director who is appointed by, and serves at the pleasure of, the comptroller. The director, subject to the approval of the comptroller, is required to appoint the office's staff.<br /> <br /> This bill deletes the requirement that the office have a director along with the requirements that the comptroller appoint a director and that the director appoint the office's staff.<br /> <br />