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HB 2634

Millington - Subject to local approval, requires a candidate for the office of mayor to be a resident of the City of Millington for one year preceding the election rather than 60 days to qualify to run for such office. - Amends Chapter 238 of the Acts of 1903; as amended and rewritten.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Tom Leatherwood

Millington mayoral candidates must live in city for one year instead of 60 days; requires local voter approval.

Rec. for pass; ref to Calendar & Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 2634

Legislative bill overview

HB 2634 increases the residency requirement for mayoral candidates in Millington, Tennessee from 60 days to one year before the election. The change requires local voter approval before taking effect and modifies the city's charter established in 1903.

Why is this important

Residency requirements affect who can run for office and influence whether candidates have demonstrated commitment to and understanding of local issues. This change could meaningfully alter the candidate pool by excluding recent arrivals, potentially limiting competition or ensuring deeper community integration of elected officials.

Potential points of contention

  • Reduced candidate diversity: A one-year requirement may discourage qualified candidates who recently relocated, potentially narrowing the field and reducing electoral competition
  • Constitutional concerns: Some argue residency requirements may conflict with constitutional rights to run for office, though courts have generally upheld reasonable timeframes
  • Local control variance: The bill requires local approval, creating inconsistency if some municipalities adopt it and others don't, potentially causing confusion about eligibility across Tennessee

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

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