House Bill 1921 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Section 2-5-101(b), by introducing a new provision that allows registered voters who are not eligible to vote for a specific member of the general assembly to sign that member's nominating petition. This applies to members of the senate who have served for at least eight consecutive years and members of the house of representatives who have served for at least ten consecutive years, provided that these voters reside in the same county as the district.

The bill aims to broaden the support base for long-serving legislators by permitting a wider range of constituents to participate in the nominating process, thereby enhancing democratic engagement. The act is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing its urgency for public welfare.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 2-5-101(b), 2-5-101