SB0027Enacted

Amends TCA Title 4 and Title 58, Chapter 2.

Tennessee SB0027 amends existing law regarding the governor's emergency powers by prohibiting executive orders, proclamations, and rules from conflicting with the Tennessee Constitution. It affects the governor's authority during states of emergency and clarifies that limitations on executive actions regarding firearms, ammunition, and religious services also apply when the governor suspends laws or regulations. Key provisions include the reinforcement of constitutional adherence and the stipulation that states of emergency cannot exceed 45 days without renewal.

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Overview

Tennessee SB0027 amends existing law regarding the governor's emergency powers by prohibiting executive orders, proclamations, and rules from conflicting with the Tennessee Constitution. It affects the governor's authority during states of emergency and clarifies that limitations on executive actions regarding firearms, ammunition, and religious services also apply when the governor suspends laws or regulations. Key provisions include the reinforcement of constitutional adherence and the stipulation that states of emergency cannot exceed 45 days without renewal.

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Sponsor

Pody, Mark

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

January 2, 2025

Last Action

June 4, 2025

Pub. Ch. 153

Subjects
GovernorTennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA)

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