Bristol - Subject to local approval, revises election provisions for city council and the board of education to comply with changes to general election law; reduces the time after final passage for an ordinance to take effect from 17 days to seven days; changes the due dates for property taxes; creates a department of education. - Amends Chapter 84 of the Private Acts of 1991; as amended.

This bill updates election rules for the City of Bristol, Tennessee, to align with state changes in general election law. It directly affects city council members and board of education members by establishing new election dates, term lengths, and voting procedures. Key provisions include shifting council and education board elections to the first Tuesday in November for even-numbered years, setting four-year terms starting in January, and allowing all city voters to nominate and vote for candidates regardless of their residential district. The bill also reduces the time for ordinances to take effect from 17 days to seven days, adjusts property tax due dates, and creates a new department of education. Additionally, it modifies how property tax penalties and interest apply, including a 5% penalty for unpaid taxes after March 31 and a 2% discount for early payment.