Sunset Laws - As enacted, extends the megasite authority of West Tennessee to June 30, 2029. - Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 29 and Title 64, Chapter 9.
SB 78 extends the expiration date of West Tennessee's megasite economic development program from its current date to June 30, 2029. This bill modifies specific sections of Tennessee law (TCA Title 4, Chapter 29 and Title 64, Chapter 9) to formally renew the program's authority. The key provision is the extension of the deadline for the megasite authority to operate, ensuring continued eligibility for economic development incentives in the region. This directly affects the West Tennessee megasite program and any projects or entities utilizing its provisions. The bill passed and became law on March 31, 2025.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 14, 2025
Last action Mar 31, 2025
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Total actions
10
Key actions
2
Committee
3
Feb 26, 2025
Lower · Passed
Recommended for passage, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
lower
Feb 19, 2025
Lower · Passed
Placed on Senate Government Operations Committee calendar for 2/26/2025
lower
Jan 15, 2025
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Government Operations Committee
upper
Jan 14, 2025
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Ed Jackson
RRepublican
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