HB0324Enacted

Amends TCA Title 4 and Title 58, Chapter 2.

Tennessee HB0324 amends existing emergency management laws by prohibiting the governor's executive orders, proclamations, and rules from conflicting with the Tennessee Constitution. The bill affects the governor's authority during states of emergency, specifically regarding the suspension of laws and regulations, and reinforces existing prohibitions on restricting firearm rights and religious services during such emergencies. Key provisions include clarifying the limitations on the governor's powers and ensuring that the duration of a state of emergency remains capped at 45 days unless renewed.

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Overview

Tennessee HB0324 amends existing emergency management laws by prohibiting the governor's executive orders, proclamations, and rules from conflicting with the Tennessee Constitution. The bill affects the governor's authority during states of emergency, specifically regarding the suspension of laws and regulations, and reinforces existing prohibitions on restricting firearm rights and religious services during such emergencies. Key provisions include clarifying the limitations on the governor's powers and ensuring that the duration of a state of emergency remains capped at 45 days unless renewed.

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Sponsor

Grills, Rusty

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

January 22, 2025

Last Action

June 4, 2025

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 153

Subjects
GovernorTennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA)

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