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SB 1543

Sunset Laws - As enacted, extends the state building commission to June 30, 2031. - Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 15 and Title 4, Chapter 29.

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

Extends Tennessee's state building commission operations until June 30, 2031, renewing the agency through amended sunset provisions without requiring performance evaluation.

Pub. Ch. 570
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Bill Summary · SB 1543

Legislative bill overview

SB 1543 extends the sunset date for Tennessee's state building commission from its current expiration date to June 30, 2031, effectively keeping the agency operational for an additional period. The bill modifies provisions in Tennessee Code Annotated Title 4, Chapters 15 and 29, which govern state administrative structures and the building commission's authority.

Why is this important

Sunset laws automatically terminate agencies or programs unless legislators affirmatively renew them, serving as a built-in accountability mechanism. This extension determines whether the building commission—which oversees state construction projects, facilities management, and related infrastructure decisions—continues operating or ceases, directly affecting state capital projects and property management.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of performance review: The bill extends the commission without documented evaluation of its performance, efficiency, or whether it continues serving its intended purpose effectively
  • Accountability mechanism weakened: Automatic extensions without substantive legislative scrutiny undermine the original purpose of sunset provisions as accountability tools
  • Timing and scope: The 2031 deadline may be arbitrary; legislators may debate whether this duration allows sufficient time to assess agency performance or represents rubber-stamp renewal

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

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