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SB 2226

Regional Authorities and Special Districts - As enacted, authorizes the Megasite Authority of West Tennessee to issue bonds for the sole purpose of financing, in whole or in part, the cost of acquisition, purchase, construction, reconstruction, improvement, betterment, or extension of the water system or wastewater system operated by the authority; grants certain additional authority to the board of directors; limits liability of the state on bonds of the authority. - Amends TCA Title 64, Chapter 9.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Tennessee increases notice period for West Tennessee Megasite Authority land use violation penalties from 10 to 14 days, giving violators more time before civil penalties apply.

Pub. Ch. 724
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Bill Summary · SB 2226

Legislative bill overview

SB 2226 increases the notice period that the Megasite Authority of West Tennessee must provide to violators of its land use regulations from 10 days to 14 days before assessing civil penalties. This is a procedural modification to the Authority's enforcement powers under Tennessee Code Annotated Title 64, Chapter 9.

Why is this important

The bill affects property owners and businesses operating within the Megasite Authority's jurisdiction by providing additional time to respond to violations before facing financial penalties. The Megasite Authority oversees industrial development in West Tennessee, so this change impacts the regulatory environment for businesses in that region and sets a precedent for notice requirements in special district enforcement.

Potential points of contention

  • Enforcement effectiveness: Critics may argue the extended notice period could delay penalties and reduce deterrent effects for violations, while supporters contend it provides fair opportunity for compliance
  • Regional competitiveness: Some stakeholders might worry that longer notice periods disadvantage the Megasite Authority in enforcing regulations compared to other development authorities, potentially affecting site attractiveness
  • Scope narrowness: The change applies only to West Tennessee's Megasite Authority rather than all regional authorities, raising questions about whether similar protections should apply elsewhere or whether this creates inconsistent standards across the state

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

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