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SB 1329

State Government - As introduced, reduces from 30 to 21 days the period by which a state department or agency, prior to executing a state professional facilities management contract for services within a state legislative district that would result in the outsourcing of facilities management services to private, nonstate government entities, must notify each member of the general assembly representing such district of the contract. - Amends TCA Title 3; Title 4; Title 8; Title 9; Title 10; Title 12; Title 13; Title 15; Title 41; Title 52; Title 57; Title 58; Title 66 and Title 67.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Jeff Yarbro

Shortens state agencies' advance notice to legislators from 30 to 21 days before outsourcing facilities management to private contractors, reducing legislative review time by nine days.

Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate State and Local Government Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 1329

Legislative bill overview

SB 1329 shortens the advance notification period for state departments and agencies from 30 to 21 days before outsourcing facilities management services to private contractors within a legislative district. The bill requires state agencies to notify local legislators about these outsourcing decisions nine days sooner than current law mandates.

Why is this important

This change affects how quickly state governments can transition facility management work from public employees to private companies, which has direct employment and budget implications for affected workers and communities. Shorter notification periods reduce the time legislators have to review, challenge, or negotiate these contracts with state agencies before execution.

Potential points of contention

  • Labor concerns: Reducing notification time may limit opportunity for legislators to advocate for affected state employees or negotiate terms, potentially accelerating job losses in the public sector
  • Transparency and oversight: Nine fewer days compresses the window for legislative review and constituent input on significant service delivery changes
  • Fiscal impact: The bill amends 13 different Tennessee Code Annotated titles, suggesting broad application across multiple state departments; full budget implications are unclear without detailed analysis

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

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