The Tennessee Senate passed four bills Wednesday, including a $30 million spending measure, but found itself in a standoff with House leaders before this week’s special session can end, according to Lt. Gov. Randy McNally. House leaders want the Senate to make concessions enabling it to pass more…
Read MoreUpdate: Davidson County Chancery Court Judge Anne Martin just issued a restraining order, barring the Tennessee House of Representative from enforcing a rule banning signs during the special session on public safety. A temporary injunction hearing has been set to hear the ACLU lawsuit on Sept. 5. Previous:…
Read MoreTennessee House Republicans passed a set of rules allowing them to silence lawmakers deemed disruptive, off-topic or who “impugn the reputation” of another member during this week’s special legislative session. The new rules are an attempt by Republican lawmakers to find a way to stop Reps. Justin Jones,…
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