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

SB 2699: Athens - Subject to local approval, sets compensation of mayor and council members by ordinance rather than specific dollar amounts; does not alter compensation amounts of current mayor or council members. - Amends Chapter 455 of the Private Acts of 1953; as amended.

In committee Last action May 1, 2026: Comp. became Pr. Ch. 46

Plain-language summary

SB 2699 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on February 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Athens - Subject to local approval, sets compensation of mayor and council members by ordinance rather than specific dollar amounts; does not alter compensation amounts of current mayor or council members. - Amends Chapter 455 of the Private Acts of 1953; as amended. Primary sponsor: Adam Lowe (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 1, 2026): Comp. became Pr. Ch. 46.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Adam Lowe (Republican).