Congress Passes CARES Act; Governor Lee Issues “Safer-at-Home” Order
Last week, Congress presented and passed the third COVID-19 relief package. This week, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee issued a “safer-at-home” Executive Order.
Legislation Tabled, Legislature to Reconvene in June
The legislature will reconvene on June 1, 2020. Although it is yet to be seen whether members will take up new business when they reconvene, limit new business to a supplemental spending bill, or simply adjourn “sine die,” the UT Government Relations and Advocacy team will continue to engage on these issues to protect UT’s best interests.
Lawmakers Pass Newly Amended Budget; Set to Reconvene in June
Tennessee lawmakers passed Governor Bill Lee’s amended budget for fiscal year 2020-21 late Thursday night.
Administration Releases Amended Budget Proposal Amid Coronavirus Concerns, Severe Tornado Damage
Governor Bill Lee unveiled his amended proposed budget for fiscal year 2020-21 on Wednesday, March 18.
Governor, Legislature Announce Next Steps Amid Coronavirus Concerns
During a press conference Monday afternoon, Governor Lee announced he will release an amended budget on Wednesday for the upcoming fiscal year, working with both Speakers in an effort to pass the Constitutionally-required measure before members go into recess at the end of the week.
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