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HB 1330

Boards and Commissions - As enacted, enacts the "Less is More Act of 2025." - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 8; Title 20; Title 33; Title 38; Title 40; Title 52; Title 55; Title 62; Title 63; Title 68; Title 70 and Title 76.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by William Lamberth

Tennessee consolidates multiple state boards and commissions across 12 code sections to reduce bureaucracy, potentially improving efficiency but risking regulatory specialization loss.

Pub. Ch. 524
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Bill Summary · HB 1330

Legislative bill overview

HB 1330, the "Less is More Act of 2025," comprehensively restructures Tennessee's state boards and commissions by amending 12 different title codes. The bill reduces the number of boards, consolidates duplicative agencies, and streamlines governmental oversight across multiple sectors including health, environment, commerce, and regulation.

Why is this important

This legislation affects how Tennessee citizens interact with state government services, licensing, and oversight. The consolidation could improve efficiency and reduce administrative costs, but may also alter responsiveness and specialized expertise in specific regulatory areas. Implementation occurs in phases through 2026, creating transitions that could temporarily impact services and stakeholder engagement.

Potential points of contention

  • Loss of specialized oversight: Consolidating boards may reduce focus on niche industries or issues that lose dedicated regulatory bodies
  • Stakeholder representation changes: Merging commissions could eliminate seats held by specific professional groups or geographic regions, reducing diverse perspectives in decision-making
  • Implementation complexity: Amending 12 different title codes creates significant administrative transition challenges, potential service gaps, and unclear jurisdiction during the phased rollout through 2026

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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