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SB 1440

Tullahoma - Subject to local approval, extends the term of the current city judge by one year in order to have the election of the city judge coincide with the elections for members of the board of mayor and aldermen. - Amends Chapter 553 of the Acts of 1903; as amended.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Janice Bowling

SB 1440 extends Tullamba city judge's term one year (subject to local approval) to align judicial elections with municipal board elections in 2025.

Comp. became Pr. Ch. 13
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Bill Summary · SB 1440

Legislative bill overview

SB 1440 extends the current Tullahoma city judge's term by one year, subject to local voter approval, to synchronize the city judge election with municipal board elections. This amendment modifies the city's charter provisions established in 1903.

Why is this important

Election timing coordination reduces voter confusion and potentially increases participation by consolidating municipal elections. It also affects judicial continuity and ensures the judge's term aligns with the elected executive and legislative bodies.

Potential points of contention

  • Incumbent advantage: Extending the current judge's term by one year grants them additional time in office before facing election, which some may view as favorable to the sitting judge
  • Democratic timing: While framed as administrative efficiency, opponents might question whether shifting election dates should require local voter approval or be handled differently
  • Charter modifications: Amending a 122-year-old charter to address timing is a significant procedural change that some may believe warrants broader community input beyond the local approval mechanism

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

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