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SB 47

Tourism - As introduced, requires a tourism development authority to file its annual audit and report with the members of the general assembly who represent the municipality that granted permission to the authority to organize; authorizes the audit and report to be filed electronically. - Amends TCA Title 7 and Title 67.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Richard Briggs

Tennessee SB 47 mandates tourism development authorities file annual audits directly with local state representatives and allows electronic filing instead of physical submission.

Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Energy, Ag., and Nat. Resources Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 47

Legislative bill overview

SB 47 requires tourism development authorities in Tennessee to submit their annual audits and reports to local state representatives rather than to the authorities themselves or other entities. The bill also permits these filings to be made electronically instead of in physical form.

Why is this important

This change affects governmental transparency and accountability at the local level. By directing audits to elected representatives who approved the authority's creation, the bill increases legislative oversight of how tourism authorities spend public resources and operate. Electronic filing reduces administrative burden and costs while potentially improving accessibility to public records.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of oversight: Some may argue this duplicates existing reporting requirements or creates unnecessary paperwork for local representatives already managing constituent issues; others may contend it doesn't go far enough in public transparency
  • Electronic filing standards: Questions about what constitutes proper electronic filing, data security, and public access to electronically-filed documents could create implementation challenges
  • Applicability to all authorities: The bill's language regarding which tourism authorities must comply and whether it applies retroactively to existing authorities may create confusion or legal ambiguity

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

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