TN SB0287Tennessee SB0287 proposes to amend various sections of the Tennessee Code related to telecommunications. The bill removes the requirement for the state comptroller to report to the General Assembly on whether a pilot project allowing certain municipal electric systems to provide services beyond their area should continue or expand. Essentially, it simplifies the oversight process for these municipal systems.
TN SB0287 is a senate bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by Paul Bailey (R), currently “Introduced” since January 24, 2025.
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Supporters of SB0287 would argue that the bill streamlines regulations and allows municipal electric systems to operate more efficiently without unnecessary bureaucratic oversight. They may highlight that this could lead to improved telecommunications services for residents, fostering competition and innovation in the industry.
Critics of SB0287 might contend that removing the reporting requirement undermines accountability and oversight of municipal electric systems. They could express concerns that this may lead to potential overreach and mismanagement without proper checks in place, ultimately harming consumers and local communities.
The bill SB0287 pertains to telecommunications and seeks to amend various sections of the Tennessee Code regarding municipal electric systems and their ability to provide services beyond their service areas. The sponsor, Paul Bailey, has a diverse portfolio of businesses primarily in the trucking industry, including ownership of Bailey Company and several other transportation-related entities. However, there are no direct overlaps between his personal financial interests and the telecommunications industry, which the bill affects. Bailey's financial interests are centered around trucking and transportation, which do not directly benefit from changes in telecommunications regulations or municipal electric service expansions.
Unlike federal analysis based on campaign donations, state analysis examines legislators' personal financial interests — their jobs, businesses, and investments.
| Type | Description | Industry | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupation | Businessman | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | Owner of Bailey Company, a trucking business | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Business Owner | Owner of Bailey Company | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Board Member | Board member of the Tennessee Trucking Association | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Employer | CB TRUCKING INC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | CB TRANSPORTATION, INC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | A & P LEASING, LLC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | BAILEY TIRE COMPANY, LLC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | BAILEY INVESTMENTS | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | CB LEASING, LLC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | WAREHOUSE SERVICES, LLC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | COWBOY TRUCK LEASING LLC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | NATIONAL REINED COW HORSE ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT from Feb 2012 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | AMERICAN QUARTER HORSE ASSOCIATION DIRECTOR from Mar 2004 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | TN QUARTER HORSE ASSOCIATION DIRECTOR from Jan 1998 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | BUILTWELL BANK, Spouse, and Minor Child | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | DEKALB COUNTY BANKand Minor Child | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | CITIZENS BANK | Commercial Banks | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | BAILEY INVESTMENTS LLCand Minor Child | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | SAFE TRUCKING | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | THROUGHBRED FINANCIAL, Spouse, and Minor Child | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | Leadership PAC: PB PAC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
Items marked "AI-researched" are generated from public sources but have not been independently verified. Verified data is sourced from official legislature websites and disclosure filings.
About This Analysis
This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the Tennessee General Assembly. Conflict analysis examines the sponsor's personal financial interests for potential overlaps with the bill's subject matter.
What does TN SB0287 do?
Tennessee SB0287 proposes to amend various sections of the Tennessee Code related to telecommunications. The bill removes the requirement for the state comptroller to report to the General Assembly on whether a pilot project allowing certain municipal electric systems to provide services beyond their area should continue or expand. Essentially, it simplifies the oversight process for these…
What is the status of TN SB0287?
TN SB0287 is currently “Introduced” in the Tennessee legislature.
Who sponsored TN SB0287?
Paul Bailey (R) sponsored TN SB0287.
