Tennessee House advances bill to restrict reappointment of expelled lawmakers, proposing four-year and lifetime bans.

Tennessee House advances bill to prevent local governments from reappointing expelled lawmakers following last year's expulsions of Reps. Justin Jones and Justin Pearson. The bill, proposed by Rep. Johnny Garrett, aims to tighten restrictions on expelled lawmakers and faces scrutiny in the Senate, with proposed constitutional amendments suggesting four-year and lifetime bans for those seeking to return to office after expulsion.

February 27, 2024
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