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Yes: 146 • No: 1
TennesseeHB 2664114th General Assembly (2025-2026)HouseWALLET
AN ACT to amend Chapter 142 of the Private Acts of 1990; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the charter of the Town of Stanton.
Sponsored By: Johnny Shaw, Johnny (Democrat)
Signed by Governor
Stanton
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
16 provisions identified: 4 benefits, 4 costs, 8 mixed.
Broader local tax powers in Stanton
The Town of Stanton can assess and collect local taxes for general and special purposes. It can set tax classes for different properties or activities, as allowed by state law. This can raise or shift local tax bills for residents and businesses.
Local court fines and costs
The municipal court hears cases allowed by state law. The judge can impose fines and collect court costs set by town ordinance. All court fees go to the town treasury. Breaking town ordinances can lead to fines and added costs.
Local business license taxes allowed
The town can charge license taxes on businesses and other taxable activities. Rates and exemptions are set by town ordinance. This increases costs for affected businesses in Stanton.
Utility service contracts and fees
The town can own or regulate utilities and waste services. It can grant or sign exclusive utility deals for up to 25 years. The board can set rates, service rules, and user fees. Contracts can cover areas added by annexation. Your utility or trash bill and provider may change.
Town borrowing and bond authority
The town can borrow money and issue bonds, notes, or warrants. Debts can be backed by taxes, utility income, property, or special assessments. Future taxes, fees, or rates may rise to repay these debts.
Building, zoning, and design rules
The town can set building and safety rules and require fixes. It can create a design review commission for nonresidential and multifamily exteriors, with appeals to the planning commission. It can limit where nuisance businesses locate. These rules can add design or compliance costs for owners and builders.
Street projects, assessments, and takings
The town can build and change streets, sidewalks, sewers, and other works. It can charge abutting owners for street improvements and for services like lighting or snow removal. It can also levy special assessments for local projects. The town may take property for public use under Tennessee eminent-domain law. Fees and assessment formulas are set by ordinance, not in this charter.
Town can create and run schools
Stanton can create and run local schools. The town can form school boards, hire teachers, set pay, and build facilities. It can charge fees to use schoolhouses or playgrounds. The charter does not set budgets or tuition.
Town contracting for vendors
The town can sign contracts to buy goods and services. Local vendors can seek work by contracting with the town. Terms are set in the agreements, not in this law.
How the town judge is chosen
The board appoints the town judge. The judge must be a Tennessee resident, at least 30, and a Tennessee lawyer in good standing. The judge is independent; appeals follow state law. The mayor may name an acting judge, or the town can contract with another court. The judge may have outside work if it does not conflict.
Town can run schools and jail
The town can provide public services like parks, education, and care facilities. It can build or use a local jail or contract with the county for detention. The law does not set funding levels or program names.
Town can spend funds, hold elections
The town can spend municipal funds for lawful purposes. It can call local elections under state rules. The charter also confirms broad residual powers unless barred by law. This supports basic town operations and services.
New licenses and inspection fees for businesses
Stanton can require local business licenses and set rules. It can inspect and test scales and measures used to sell goods. Businesses must pay reasonable inspection fees and any licensing costs set by ordinance. The charter does not set the fee amounts.
Police powers and pet rules
The town can make local health and safety rules. It can license and impound animals, and charge related fees. These rules help public safety but can add costs for pet owners or violators.
Town property and public facilities
The town can buy, sell, lease, or mortgage property and hold assets in public trust. It can build and maintain public buildings, bridges, markets, and similar works. These actions can change local land use and services but do not set prices here.
Local two-thirds approval required
These charter changes take effect in Stanton only after a two-thirds vote of the town’s legislative body. The presiding officer must proclaim the result and certify it to the Secretary of State. For the local vote, the act is effective when it becomes law.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Johnny Shaw, Johnny
Democrat • House
Cosponsors
There are no cosponsors for this bill.
Roll Call Votes
Senate vote • 4/22/2026
FLOOR VOTE: Motion to Adopt 4/22/2026
Yes: 33 • No: 0
House vote • 4/21/2026
FLOOR VOTE: REGULAR CALENDAR PASSAGE ON THIRD CONSIDERATION 4/21/2026
Yes: 85 • No: 0
House vote • 4/16/2026
HOUSE CALENDAR & RULES COMMITTEE
Yes: 0 • No: 0
House vote • 4/13/2026
HOUSE STATE & LOCAL GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE
Yes: 21 • No: 0
House vote • 4/6/2026
HOUSE PRIVATE ACTS COMMITTEE
Yes: 7 • No: 1
Actions Timeline
Pr. Ch. 68
5/27/2026Signed by Governor.
5/21/2026Transmitted to Governor for his action.
5/11/2026HouseSigned by Senate Speaker
5/5/2026SenateSigned by H. Speaker
4/30/2026HouseEnrolled; ready for sig. of H. Speaker.
4/28/2026HouseReceived from House, Passed on First Consideration
4/22/2026SenateSenate substituted House Bill for companion Senate Bill.
4/22/2026SenatePassed Senate, Ayes 33, Nays 0
4/22/2026SenatePassed H., Ayes 85, Nays 0, PNV 1
4/21/2026HouseEngrossed; ready for transmission to Sen.
4/21/2026HousePlaced on cal. Calendar & Rules Committee for 4/14/2026
4/14/2026HouseH. Placed on Regular Calendar for 4/16/2026
4/14/2026HouseRec. for pass; ref to Calendar & Rules Committee
4/13/2026HousePlaced on cal. State & Local Government Committee for 4/13/2026
4/9/2026HouseRec. for pass; ref to State & Local Government Committee
4/6/2026HousePlaced on cal. Private Acts Committee for 4/6/2026
4/1/2026HouseP2C, ref. to Private Acts Committee - State & Local Government Committee
3/30/2026HouseIntro., P1C.
3/26/2026HouseFiled for introduction
3/23/2026House
Bill Text
Enrolled / Public Chapter
Introduced
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