Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7 and Title 8, Chapter 44.
Tennessee SB0136 amends existing laws to allow members of county and municipal legislative bodies to participate in meetings via electronic means under specific circumstances, such as family emergencies, military service, or inclement weather. The bill affects local legislative bodies and their members, establishing provisions for electronic participation, including limitations on the number of members participating electronically and requirements for public access to meetings. Key changes include a requirement for a physical quorum, a cap on electronic participation to no more than 20% of members, and a mandate for public accessibility and recording of meetings.
Tennessee SB0136 amends existing laws to allow members of county and municipal legislative bodies to participate in meetings via electronic means under specific circumstances, such as family emergencies, military service, or inclement weather. The bill affects local legislative bodies and their members, establishing provisions for electronic participation, including limitations on the number of members participating electronically and requirements for public access to meetings. Key changes include a requirement for a physical quorum, a cap on electronic participation to no more than 20% of members, and a mandate for public accessibility and recording of meetings.
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