Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Joint Resolution

HJR 12: Constitutional Amendments - Proposes an amendment to Article VI, Section 14 of the Tennessee Constitution to authorize municipalities to impose a civil penalty in excess of $50 for a violation of a municipal ordinance if such penalty is just and reasonable. -

In committee Last action January 29, 2025: Assigned to s/c Civil Justice Subcommittee

Plain-language summary

HJR 12 is a joint resolution introduced in the Tennessee House on December 16, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Constitutional Amendments - Proposes an amendment to Article VI, Section 14 of the Tennessee Constitution to authorize municipalities to impose a civil penalty in excess of $50 for a violation of a municipal ordinance if such penalty is just and reasonable. -. Primary sponsor: Aftyn Behn (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 29, 2025): Assigned to s/c Civil Justice Subcommittee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Aftyn Behn (Democratic).