Senate Bill 2589 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 of Tennessee with a demonstrated interest in the arts. The current commission will be vacated on July 1, 2026, and new members will be appointed by the governor, the speaker of the senate, and the speaker of the house of representatives, ensuring representation from each of the nine congressional districts and the three grand divisions of the state.

Additionally, the bill outlines the initial staggered terms for the newly appointed members, with terms ranging from three to five years based on the congressional district or grand division from which they are appointed. Subsequent appointments will be for five-year terms, and members who complete a full term will not be eligible for reappointment for one year. The commission members will not receive compensation but will be reimbursed for necessary expenses, and the commission will elect its chair and officers annually. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

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