SB 2702 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Charlotte - Subject to local approval, revises various provisions of the charter of the City of Charlotte relating to its corporate powers; the city council; the city clerk; codification of ordinances; duties of mayor; city court, judge, and court clerk; and budgeting, centralized purchasing, and taxes. - Amends Chapter 154 of the Private Acts of 1955; as amended.

SB 2702 revises the charter of the City of Charlotte, Tennessee, to update its governance and operational rules. It changes the definition of "Elector" to require nonresident property owners to provide certified property records for voting eligibility. The bill also revises the city council structure to specify six council members plus the mayor, sets fixed salaries for council members during their term, and clarifies meeting procedures. Additionally, it updates the city clerk's duties, including maintaining records and providing monthly financial statements.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 26, 2026 Last action May 27, 2026
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Committee
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Mar 2, 2026
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, held on desk. Local Bill
lower
Feb 26, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Kerry Roberts
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