TennesseeLawmakers would be urged to seek Shelby delegation approval before changing ninth district
If adopted, this resolution would urge Tennessee lawmakers to keep the ninth congressional district unchanged unless three-fourths of Shelby County's legislative delegation approves a change.
What it does
If adopted, the resolution would urge Tennessee lawmakers to leave the ninth congressional district unchanged unless at least three-fourths of Shelby County's legislative delegation approves a change.
Argument forIf lawmakers follow the request, Shelby County's delegation could have more say before the ninth district is changed.
Argument againstIf lawmakers follow the request, a district change could stall when fewer than three-fourths of Shelby County's delegation approve it.
More detail
The House and Senate would urge Tennessee lawmakers to avoid changing the ninth congressional district. The request concerns the makeup of Tennessee's ninth congressional district. The request makes an exception if at least three-fourths of the official Shelby County legislative delegation approves a change. Any change must follow the law. The House and Senate would make this request if both chambers adopt the resolution.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- May 6Filed for introductionIntroduced
Civil Rights & VotingGovernment & Ethics