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SB 76

Sunset Laws - As enacted, extends the local government planning advisory committee to June 30, 2026. - Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 29 and Title 4, Chapter 3, Part 7.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Ed Jackson

SB 76 extends Tennessee's local government planning advisory committee operations through June 30, 2026, deferring sunset expiration and reauthorization review.

Pub. Ch. 239
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Bill Summary · SB 76

Legislative bill overview

SB 76 extends the sunset date for Tennessee's local government planning advisory committee from its original expiration date to June 30, 2026. The bill amends sections of Tennessee Code Annotated related to local government planning authority to implement this extension.

Why is this important

Sunset laws automatically terminate government agencies or programs unless legislators affirmatively vote to reauthorize them, serving as a mechanism for periodic review of government effectiveness. This extension preserves continuity of local planning advisory functions while deferring a full reauthorization debate to 2026, allowing the committee to continue operating without interruption.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency on committee performance: The bill extends the committee without apparent public documentation of its effectiveness, accomplishments, or justification for continuation
  • Deferred accountability: Pushing the sunset to 2026 delays comprehensive legislative review rather than conducting one now, potentially allowing underperforming functions to persist
  • Minimal legislative debate: As a routine procedural extension, there is limited public record of why this particular committee merits continued funding and authority versus other potential priorities

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

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