Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill

HB 2167: Election Laws - As introduced, requires all public institutions of higher education in this state to observe an academic holiday on each general election day. - Amends TCA Title 2; Title 49, Chapter 11; Title 49, Chapter 7; Title 49, Chapter 8 and Title 49, Chapter 9.

Passed one chamber Last action April 2, 2026: Received from House, Passed on First Consideration

Plain-language summary

HB 2167 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Election Laws - As introduced, requires all public institutions of higher education in this state to observe an academic holiday on each general election day. - Amends TCA Title 2; Title 49, Chapter 11; Title 49, Chapter 7; Title 49, Chapter 8 and Title 49, Chapter 9. Primary sponsor: Jody Barrett (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 2, 2026): Received from House, Passed on First Consideration.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Jody Barrett (Republican).