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HB 2507

Regional Authorities and Special Districts - As introduced, changes from 60 days to 75 days prior to the beginning of the fiscal year, the time in which the president of the metropolitan airport authority must submit the annual operating budget to the board for approval. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 7 and Title 42.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Cameron Sexton

HB 2507 delays metropolitan airport authority budget submission deadlines from 60 to 75 days before fiscal year, extending planning timelines but postponing board oversight.

Placed on cal. Calendar & Rules Committee for 4/14/2026
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Bill Summary · HB 2507

Legislative bill overview

HB 2507 extends the deadline for the Metropolitan Airport Authority president to submit the annual operating budget to the board from 60 days to 75 days before the fiscal year begins. This modest procedural change applies to airport authorities governed under Tennessee Code Annotated titles 4, 7, and 42.

Why is this important

Budget preparation timelines directly affect an organization's operational planning and financial accountability. The 15-day extension could provide airport authorities more time to incorporate fiscal forecasts and stakeholder input, though it also delays board review and approval of spending plans that govern public resources and airport operations.

Potential points of contention

  • Accountability delays: The extended timeline pushes back when elected board members can formally review and approve how public airport funds will be spent, delaying public oversight
  • Fiscal year coordination: Later budget submissions may compress the board's review period or conflict with state-level budget deadlines and requirements for other entities
  • Scope ambiguity: The amendment references three separate TCA titles without clear explanation of whether the 75-day requirement applies uniformly to all regional authorities and special districts or only airport authorities

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

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