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

HB 946: Energy - As introduced, requires an applicant and an electric utility service to perform and submit to the locality a site assessment prior to the approval of a rezoning request, special exception, or special use permit for the siting of a new high energy use facility (HEUF). - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 13; Title 54; Title 65 and Title 68.

In committee Last action March 18, 2026: Action Def. in s/c Cities & Counties Subcommittee to January 2027 Calendar

Plain-language summary

HB 946 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on February 4, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Energy - As introduced, requires an applicant and an electric utility service to perform and submit to the locality a site assessment prior to the approval of a rezoning request, special exception, or special use permit for the siting of a new high energy use facility (HEUF). - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 13; Title 54; Title 65 and Title 68. Primary sponsor: Shaundelle Brooks (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 18, 2026): Action Def. in s/c Cities & Counties Subcommittee to January 2027 Calendar.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Shaundelle Brooks (Democratic).