House Bill 863 amends Tennessee Code Annotated to enhance the transparency of local government operations by allowing municipalities and counties to post their code of ordinances or adopted resolutions online. Specifically, the bill introduces a new subsection to Section 5-1-127, which stipulates that these local governments can maintain their ordinances on their own websites or, if they do not have one, on the website of the secretary of state. Furthermore, it mandates that new ordinances and resolutions must be posted within one month of their adoption, ensuring timely public access to local laws.

The bill aims to improve public awareness and accessibility of local government regulations, thereby fostering greater civic engagement and accountability. It is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of public welfare in its implementation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 5-1-127