Senate Bill 525 amends various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated to establish new procedures for civil actions challenging the constitutionality of state statutes, executive orders, or administrative rules. Specifically, it mandates that such cases, along with those involving proposed charter amendments that may violate the Constitution or state law, must be heard by a three-judge panel. This change aims to streamline the judicial process for significant constitutional challenges and ensure that they are adjudicated by a specialized panel.

Additionally, the bill introduces a provision that prohibits any amendment to the charter of a home rule municipality from being placed on the ballot if it violates the Constitution or state law. This measure is intended to uphold legal standards and prevent unconstitutional amendments from being presented to voters. The act will take effect upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of maintaining constitutional integrity in local governance.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 20-18-101, 6-53-105