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Brentwood commission unanimously opposes state bills to move local elections

Board of Commissioners of Brentwood, Tennessee · April 13, 2026

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Summary

The commission adopted Resolution 2026-42 opposing House Bill 1497 and Senate Bill 1630, which would move local elections to August primaries or November general elections. Commissioners cited loss of local control, reduced focus on local issues, campaign difficulty and administrative burdens as reasons for opposition.

The Brentwood Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted Resolution 2026-42 on April 13 opposing two proposed state bills (House Bill 1497 and Senate Bill 1630) that would require local elections to coincide with August primaries or November general elections.

City staff and multiple commissioners said…

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