Senate Bill 525, also known as House Bill 913, amends various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated concerning ballot measures. The bill establishes that civil actions challenging the constitutionality of state statutes, executive orders, or administrative rules must be heard by a three-judge panel if they meet specific criteria, including claims for declaratory judgment or injunctive relief against the state or its officials. Additionally, any civil action alleging that a proposed charter amendment violates the Constitution or state law must also be determined by a three-judge panel.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new provision stating that amendments to the charter of a home rule municipality cannot be placed on the ballot if they violate the Constitution or state law. This aims to ensure that only legally compliant amendments are presented to voters. The act is set to take effect upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of upholding constitutional standards in the electoral process.

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