Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill
SB 2542: South Pittsburg - Subject to local approval, removes the requirement that the city administrator reside within the municipal limits to instead require residence within a 50-mile radius of the municipal limits. - Amends Chapter 213 of the Private Acts of 1992; as amended.
Passed one chamber Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2542 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: South Pittsburg - Subject to local approval, removes the requirement that the city administrator reside within the municipal limits to instead require residence within a 50-mile radius of the municipal limits. - Amends Chapter 213 of the Private Acts of 1992; as amended. Primary sponsor: Todd Gardenhire (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 9, 2026): Rcvd. from S., held on H. desk.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Todd Gardenhire | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 10 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Rcvd. from S., held on H. desk.
- Passed Senate, Ayes 31, Nays 0
- Engrossed; ready for transmission to House
- Placed on Senate Local Calendar for 3/5/2026
- Passed on Second Consideration, held on desk. Local Bill
- Filed for introduction
- Introduced, Passed on First Consideration