House Bill 1651 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Section 3-1-106(f)(3), regarding the expense allowance for members of the General Assembly. The bill establishes that on the date of the statewide general election in 2026, and every two years thereafter, the expense allowance will be adjusted based on the percentage increase in the average consumer price index as published by the U.S. Department of Labor. This adjustment will be rounded up to the nearest hundred dollars and cannot exceed fifty percent of the current allowance.

The bill aims to ensure that the expense allowance for legislators keeps pace with inflation, thereby maintaining its value over time. The new provisions will take effect on November 3, 2026, ensuring that the adjustments are in place for future elections.

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