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

SJR 551: Constitutional Amendments - Proposes an amendment to Article VII, Section 5 of the Constitution of Tennessee to change the date of elections for judicial and other civil officers, excluding assessors of property, from the first Thursday in August to the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November. -

Passed both chambers Last action May 7, 2026: Signed by H. Speaker

Plain-language summary

SJR 551 is a joint resolution introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Constitutional Amendments - Proposes an amendment to Article VII, Section 5 of the Constitution of Tennessee to change the date of elections for judicial and other civil officers, excluding assessors of property, from the first Thursday in August to the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November. -. Primary sponsor: Ferrell Haile (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 7, 2026): Signed by H. Speaker.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Ferrell Haile (Republican).