Tennessee Senate Bill SB2176

Tennessee 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/2/26
• Chaptered: 5/1/26
• Passed: 5/1/26

Caption

AN ACT to repeal Chapter 1 of the Private Acts of 2007, relative to the chief executive officer of Roane County.

Impact

The passage of SB2176 would effectively revert the title of Roane County's chief executive back to County Mayor, enhancing consistency across counties in Tennessee. This alignment not only streamlines communication between Roane County and neighboring counties but also embodies adherence to the general law dictated in Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 5-6-101. The bill's successful implementation would require a two-thirds majority vote from the Roane County legislative body to ensure it supersedes the private act established in 2007.

Summary

Senate Bill 2176 aims to repeal Chapter 1 of the Private Acts of 2007, which established the title of Chief Executive Officer for Roane County. The bill intends to align Roane County's title for its chief executive with most other counties in Tennessee, where the equivalent title is County Mayor. This change seeks to reduce confusion that may arise when Roane County interacts with other counties that use the more common title, providing clarity in regional governance.

Contention

While the main goal of SB2176 is to remove the confusions linked to differing titles among counties, it does raise discussions regarding local governance. Advocates for the bill argue that aligning the titles supports effective communication and collaboration among counties. However, some critics might see this decree as an unnecessary administrative change, questioning the impact of the title on the county's governance operations, especially if the existing title has been functioning without substantial issues since its enactment.