AN ACT to amend Chapter 677 of the Private Acts of 1949; as amended by Chapter 434 of the Private Acts of 1968; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the office of county attorney for Hamblen County.
Impact
The impact of SB2703 on state laws revolves around the governance and operational structure of the county attorney's office. By instituting an annual election process for the County Attorney, this bill is set to enhance accountability and ensure that the legal services rendered to Hamblen County reflect the interests of its constituents. Furthermore, the amendment addresses the compensation structure for the County Attorney, detailing an annual retainer fee along with provisions for additional compensation based on services provided on behalf of the county.
Summary
Senate Bill 2703 seeks to amend the existing regulations concerning the office of County Attorney for Hamblen County, originally established under the Private Acts of 1949 and subsequently amended in 1968. The new bill proposes the establishment of the position of County Attorney to be filled through an election by the Hamblen County Commission on an annual basis during their September meeting. This modification suggests a shift towards a more formalized and democratic process for the election of legal representation within the county.
Contention
Potential points of contention stemming from SB2703 could relate to the perceived implications of transitioning to an elected County Attorney. Opponents may argue that this may politicize legal services and could introduce challenges in maintaining the objectivity necessary for fair legal representation. Additionally, there is concern regarding the fiscal impacts of the newly established compensation framework, which necessitates scrutiny to ensure that public funds are utilized effectively without incurring excessive expenditures.
Crossfiled
AN ACT to amend Chapter 677 of the Private Acts of 1949; as amended by Chapter 434 of the Private Acts of 1968; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the office of county attorney for Hamblen County.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 677 of the Private Acts of 1949; as amended by Chapter 434 of the Private Acts of 1968; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the office of county attorney for Hamblen County.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 677 of the Private Acts of 1949; as amended by Chapter 434 of the Private Acts of 1968; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the county attorney for Hamblen County.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 677 of the Private Acts of 1949; as amended by Chapter 434 of the Private Acts of 1968; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the county attorney for Hamblen County.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 350 of the Private Acts of 1945; as amended by Chapter 246 of the Private Acts of 1974; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the county attorney of Haywood County.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 350 of the Private Acts of 1945; as amended by Chapter 246 of the Private Acts of 1974; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the county attorney of Haywood County.
AN ACT to repeal Chapter 313 of the Private Acts of 1949; as amended by Chapter 679 of the Private Acts of 1949; Chapter 398 of the Private Acts of 1951; Chapter 219 of the Private Acts of 1953; Chapter 170 of the Private Acts of 1953; Chapter 111 of the Private Acts of 1963; Chapter 19 of the Private Acts of 1963; Chapter 366 of the Private Acts of 1968; Chapter 74 of the Private Acts of 1969; Chapter 274 of the Private Acts of 1974; Chapter 138 of the Private Acts of 1975; Chapter 306 of the Private Acts of 1982; Chapter 143 of the Private Acts of 1988; Chapter 1 of the Private Acts of 1991; Chapter 161 of the Private Acts of 1996; Chapter 29 of the Private Acts of 2003; Chapter 72 of the Private Acts of 2004 and Chapter 1 of the Private Acts of 2023, and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the Hamblen County Highway Department.
AN ACT to repeal Chapter 313 of the Private Acts of 1949; as amended by Chapter 679 of the Private Acts of 1949; Chapter 398 of the Private Acts of 1951; Chapter 219 of the Private Acts of 1953; Chapter 170 of the Private Acts of 1953; Chapter 111 of the Private Acts of 1963; Chapter 19 of the Private Acts of 1963; Chapter 366 of the Private Acts of 1968; Chapter 74 of the Private Acts of 1969; Chapter 274 of the Private Acts of 1974; Chapter 138 of the Private Acts of 1975; Chapter 306 of the Private Acts of 1982; Chapter 143 of the Private Acts of 1988; Chapter 1 of the Private Acts of 1991; Chapter 161 of the Private Acts of 1996; Chapter 29 of the Private Acts of 2003; Chapter 72 of the Private Acts of 2004 and Chapter 1 of the Private Acts of 2023, and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the Hamblen County Highway Department.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 125 of the Private Acts of 1949; as amended by Chapter 291 of the Private Acts of 1957; Chapter 134 of the Private Acts of 1994; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to compensation for Putnam County General Sessions Court Judges.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 125 of the Private Acts of 1949; as amended by Chapter 291 of the Private Acts of 1957; Chapter 134 of the Private Acts of 1994; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to compensation for Putnam County General Sessions Court Judges.
AN ACT to amend Chapter 833 of the Private Acts of 1949; as amended by Chapter 171 of the Private Acts of 1957; Chapter 28 of the Private Acts of 1957; Chapter 122 of the Private Acts of 1975; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of the Town of Sardis.