SB 2720 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Rutherford County - Subject to local approval, repeals and reconstitutes provisions establishing the Rutherford County Highway Commission and County Highway Road Superintendent. - Repeals Chapter 55 of the Private Acts of 1951; as amended.

This bill reorganizes road management in Rutherford County by repealing outdated laws from 1951 and creating a new County Highway Commission divided into seven geographic zones. The commission will consist of elected members serving staggered four-year terms, with elections scheduled for 2026 and 2028, and will meet monthly to oversee county road matters. Additionally, the bill establishes an elected County Highway Superintendent position responsible for the construction, maintenance, and supervision of county roads and drainage easements. The new commission and superintendent will operate under updated procedures that include regular meetings, open meeting requirements, and alignment with existing redistricting plans.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 9, 2026 Last action May 1, 2026
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Mar 12, 2026
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, held on desk. Local Bill.
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Mar 9, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Dawn White
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