Posted 2/27/2024, 2:55:00 AM
Tennessee Republicans Seek to Block Quick Reappointments After Lawmaker Expulsions
- Republicans in Tennessee House voted to advance bill preventing local governments from reappointing state lawmakers expelled for behavior
- Proposal follows expulsion and quick reappointment of Reps. Justin Jones and Justin Pearson in 2022
- One attorney raised constitutional questions about the bill, suggesting a constitutional amendment instead
- Rep. Johnny Garrett argued the state constitution allows the change
- Rep. Gloria Johnson, also involved in 2022 expulsions, is hoping momentum carries over into her run for Marsha Blackburn's US Senate seat