Transparency and voting‑rights amendments fail in Tennessee House as members debate maps
A string of proposed amendments requiring disclosure of map drafters, shape files, demographic data and minority‑impact analyses was repeatedly denied consideration after failing to secure the two‑thirds vote required to take up untimely amendments. Critics said the process was rushed and would dilute minority representation.
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Lawmakers opposed to the mid‑decade redistricting plans repeatedly moved amendments aimed at increasing transparency and protecting minority voting strength, but the House denied consideration of nearly every amendment under House Rule 6(b), which requires a two‑thirds vote to consider untimely measures.
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