Senate Bill 1567, also known as House Bill 1499, amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 3, Chapter 18, to create a framework for the state's involvement in Article V conventions aimed at proposing amendments to the U.S. Constitution. The bill introduces new definitions and establishes qualifications for commissioners, along with procedures for their appointment and management. Notably, it requires a two-thirds vote in the general assembly for commissioner appointments, creates an Article V convention advisory committee, and mandates that commissioners take an oath to uphold the U.S. Constitution while following the general assembly's instructions.

The legislation also delineates the limitations on commissioners' authority, prohibiting them from voting on amendments that could alter individual liberties or are not relevant to the convention's purpose. Violations of these rules are classified as Class E felonies, ensuring accountability and adherence to the established framework. Furthermore, the bill clarifies that the headings within the act are for reference only and do not constitute part of the law, while also directing the Tennessee Code Commission to include these headings in future compilations. The bill is designed to take effect immediately upon becoming law, highlighting its urgency for public welfare.