Tennessee 2025-2026 Regular Session

Tennessee House Bill HB1436

Introduced
3/20/25  
Refer
3/27/25  
Refer
4/7/25  
Refer
4/9/25  
Engrossed
4/16/25  
Enrolled
4/24/25  
Passed
5/21/25  

Caption

AN ACT to repeal Chapter 47 of the Private Acts of 2007, relative to the City of Bartlett.

Impact

The repeal of Chapter 47 could have significant implications for the local government and its authority. By removing this chapter, any local statutes or regulations therein will no longer be enforceable. This action represents an alteration in how local governance is structured, as it may shift powers back to the general laws applied at the state level. The bill specifies that it will not take effect unless it is approved by a two-thirds majority of the legislative body of the City of Bartlett, indicating a need for local consensus on the matter.

Summary

House Bill 1436 aims to repeal Chapter 47 of the Private Acts of 2007 specifically concerning the City of Bartlett. This bill is straightforward in its objective as it seeks to completely annul the aforementioned chapter, thereby removing any regulations or stipulations that may exist under that chapter for the city. The bill was presented by Representative Leatherwood and indicates a legislative intent to revise local governance in this specific area.

Contention

One notable point of contention regarding HB 1436 may arise during the approval process at the city level. Repealing an entire act is a significant step, and the necessity for a two-thirds vote means that there must be substantial support among local legislators. Concerns may be voiced regarding how this repeal affects existing policies, local resources, or governance structures, leading to discussions about whether the local needs are being adequately represented at the state legislative level. Local stakeholders could potentially oppose the repeal, arguing for the retention of specific provisions that may benefit the community.

Companion Bills

TN SB1459

Crossfiled AN ACT to repeal Chapter 47 of the Private Acts of 2007, relative to the City of Bartlett.

Previously Filed As

TN SB1459

AN ACT to repeal Chapter 47 of the Private Acts of 2007, relative to the City of Bartlett.

TN HB1432

AN ACT to amend Chapter 55 of the Private Acts of 1993; as amended by Chapter 134 of the Private Acts of 1998; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the City of Bartlett.

TN SB1455

AN ACT to amend Chapter 55 of the Private Acts of 1993; as amended by Chapter 134 of the Private Acts of 1998; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the City of Bartlett.

TN HB2662

AN ACT to amend Chapter 402 of the Acts of 1901; as amended and rewritten by Chapter 131 of the Private Acts of 2004; Chapter 119 of the Private Acts of 2006; Chapter 36 of the Private Acts of 2007; Chapter 12 of the Private Acts of 2023; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the City of Lexington.

TN SB2724

AN ACT to amend Chapter 402 of the Acts of 1901; as amended and rewritten by Chapter 131 of the Private Acts of 2004; Chapter 119 of the Private Acts of 2006; Chapter 36 of the Private Acts of 2007; Chapter 12 of the Private Acts of 2023; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the City of Lexington.

TN HB2645

AN ACT to amend Chapter 158 of the Private Acts of 1992; as amended by Chapter 103 of the Private Acts of 1993; Chapter 62 of the Private Acts of 1993; Chapter 27 of the Private Acts of 2001; Chapter 37 of the Private Acts of 2003; Chapter 87 of the Private Acts of 2006; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter for the City of Martin.

TN SB2717

AN ACT to amend Chapter 158 of the Private Acts of 1992; as amended by Chapter 103 of the Private Acts of 1993; Chapter 62 of the Private Acts of 1993; Chapter 27 of the Private Acts of 2001; Chapter 37 of the Private Acts of 2003; Chapter 87 of the Private Acts of 2006; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter for the City of Martin.

TN HB2636

AN ACT to amend Chapter 207 of the Private Acts of 1996; as amended and rewritten by Chapter 158 of the Private Acts of 2002; Chapter 72 of the Private Acts of 2008; Chapter 13 of the Private Acts of 2013; Chapter 31 of the Private Acts of 2023; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the City of Greenbrier.

TN SB2700

AN ACT to amend Chapter 207 of the Private Acts of 1996; as amended and rewritten by Chapter 158 of the Private Acts of 2002; Chapter 72 of the Private Acts of 2008; Chapter 13 of the Private Acts of 2013; Chapter 31 of the Private Acts of 2023; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the City of Greenbrier.

TN HB2649

AN ACT to amend Chapter 84 of the Private Acts of 1991; as amended by Chapter 162 of the Private Acts of 1994; Chapter 140 of the Private Acts of 1996; Chapter 132 of the Private Acts of 1998; Chapter 64 of the Private Acts of 2005; Chapter 2 of the Private Acts of 2009 and Chapter 44 of the Private Acts of 2022; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the City of Bristol.

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