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

SB 1739: Regional Authorities and Special Districts - As enacted, adds Claiborne, Union, and Grainger counties to the membership of the North East Tennessee Railroad Authority if certain requirements are met; makes other related revisions. - Amends TCA Title 7, Chapter 56, Part 2 and Title 64, Chapter 2.

Enacted Last action April 6, 2026: Pub. Ch. 650

Plain-language summary

SB 1739 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Regional Authorities and Special Districts - As enacted, adds Claiborne, Union, and Grainger counties to the membership of the North East Tennessee Railroad Authority if certain requirements are met; makes other related revisions. - Amends TCA Title 7, Chapter 56, Part 2 and Title 64, Chapter 2. Primary sponsor: Jessie Seal (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 6, 2026): Pub. Ch. 650.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Jessie Seal (Republican).