Senate Bill 524 proposes amendments to the Tennessee Code Annotated regarding the compensation and reimbursement for members of the General Assembly. The bill establishes that starting with the election of the One Hundred Fifteenth General Assembly, each member will receive an annual salary of $48,999, which will be paid in equal monthly installments. Additionally, beginning in the fiscal year 2027, the base salary will be adjusted annually based on the average percentage pay increase for state employees, with any adjustments not taking effect until the next General Assembly is elected.

The bill also increases the base reimbursement amount for expense and mileage allowances for General Assembly members by 25%. Furthermore, it raises the reimbursement limit for certain expenses from $1,250 to $2,000 and changes the date for the statewide general election from 2024 to 2026. These changes aim to ensure that the compensation and allowances for legislators are more reflective of current economic conditions and support their operational needs.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 3-1-107, 3-1-106(f), 3-1-106