Stanton - Subject to local approval, revises the general powers of the town; revises provisions related to the town judge. - Amends Chapter 142 of the Private Acts of 1990.
This bill updates the legal charter for the Town of Stanton, Tennessee, by revising the town's general powers and provisions related to its town judge. It grants the town expanded authority to manage local finances, including the ability to levy taxes, incur debt, issue bonds, and acquire or dispose of property. The legislation also clarifies the town's power to regulate public utilities, grant exclusive franchises or contracts for services, and manage infrastructure like streets and public facilities. These changes require local approval before taking effect and are designed to provide the town with clearer legal authority for municipal operations.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 26, 2026
Last action May 27, 2026
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Total actions
6
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0
Committee
1
Mar 30, 2026
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, held on desk. Local Bill
lower
Mar 26, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Page Walley
RRepublican
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