Senate Bill 13, also known as House Bill 135, proposes amendments to the Tennessee Code Annotated regarding the composition and operational procedures of the emergency communications board. The bill increases the number of board members from nine to eleven and modifies the appointment process for representatives. Specifically, it designates that two representatives will be appointed by the speaker of the senate to represent county government, and two representatives will be appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives to represent city government.

Additionally, the bill changes the quorum requirement for the board, establishing that a quorum will now consist of six or more members, which is necessary for any official action to take place. This legislation is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, emphasizing the importance of ensuring effective governance within the emergency communications framework in Tennessee.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 7-86-302(b)(1), 7-86-302, 7-86-302(h)