House Bill 2220 amends the Tennessee Code Annotated to restructure the Tennessee Arts Commission. The bill establishes a new commission consisting of fifteen members, who must be citizens with a demonstrated interest in the arts, and outlines the appointment process. The governor will appoint one member from each of the nine congressional districts, while the speakers of the Senate and House will each appoint one member from each of the three grand divisions of the state. The current commission will be vacated on July 1, 2026, and new members will be appointed with staggered initial terms ranging from three to five years, depending on their congressional district or grand division.

Additionally, the bill specifies that all subsequent appointments will be for five-year terms, with a one-year waiting period for reappointment after serving a full term. Members will not receive compensation but will be reimbursed for necessary expenses in accordance with state travel regulations. The commission will also elect a chair and other officers annually. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 4-20-101, 4-20-102