Senate Session - 2nd Extraordinary Session - 1st Extraordinary Day

Tennessee Senate · May 5, 2026

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Session called to order; Sergeant-at-arms instructed

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The presiding officer called the 2nd extraordinary session of the 114th General Assembly to order and instructed the sergeant-at-arms to invite members in and close the doors.

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The Tennessee Senate convened its 2nd extraordinary session, adopted modified floor rules by recorded vote, moved a set of senate bills on first consideration, and adjourned to reconvene Wednesday morning; several senators publicly objected to the call of the special session, saying it targets Memphis and would dilute Black voting power.

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