Senate Bill 2710 and House Bill 2648 propose amendments to Chapter 76 of the Private Acts of 1917, which governs the city of Kingsport. Key changes include the appointment and functions of the vice-mayor, who will act in the absence of the mayor and assume the role if a vacancy occurs. Additionally, the bill modifies the due date for taxes, establishing that all taxes, except for certain specified types, are due on November 30 of the assessment year. The treasurer will serve as the tax collector, and the recorder will have the authority to issue distress warrants for tax collection.

Further amendments address the election and terms of the board of education members, who will be elected for four-year terms and assume office on September 1 following their election. The bill also clarifies the process for filling vacancies on the board of education and ensures that no current officeholder will be removed or have their term abridged by these changes. The act will take effect upon a two-thirds approval from the legislative body of Kingsport and will be effective for public welfare purposes immediately upon becoming law.