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SB 1944·TN·senate

Open Meetings - As enacted, authorizes local governmental bodies to conduct certain community meetings via electronic means of communication. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7 and Title 8, Chapter 44.

Signed into LawFiled Jan 21, 2026
Sponsor: Briggs (R)
Latest Action

Pub. Ch. 895

May 18, 2026

Summary

The bill lets local governing bodies conduct community meetings using video or audio conference tools. It requires public notice, live streaming, identification of participants, and posting of recordings, while prohibiting electronic participants from voting. This expands public participation while setting safeguards for transparency.

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