Posted 2/27/2024, 1:01:42 PM
Republicans Seek to Bar Reappointment of Expelled Lawmakers in Tennessee
- Republicans in Tennessee House voted to advance bill preventing local governments from reappointing expelled lawmakers like Reps. Justin Jones and Justin Pearson
- One attorney expressed concerns about constitutionality of the bill, suggesting a constitutional amendment instead
- Rep. Johnny Garrett argued the state constitution allows the change
- Rep. Pearson said the bill is a government overreach stripping power from local officials
- Republicans also proposing constitutional amendments for voters that would ban expelled lawmakers from returning to office after expulsion