Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill
SB 630: Election Laws - As introduced, requires a candidate's name on a nominating petition to match the candidate's name as it appears on the candidate's voter registration record; prohibits the use of nicknames, abbreviations, and variations in spelling of candidates' names on ballots. - Amends TCA Title 2.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 630 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 31, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Election Laws - As introduced, requires a candidate's name on a nominating petition to match the candidate's name as it appears on the candidate's voter registration record; prohibits the use of nicknames, abbreviations, and variations in spelling of candidates' names on ballots. - Amends TCA Title 2. Primary sponsor: Heidi Campbell (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 12, 2025): Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate State and Local Government Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heidi Campbell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate State and Local Government Committee
- Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
- Filed for introduction