The Elections and Campaign Finance Subcommittee of the Tennessee State Legislature convened on February 18, 2025, to discuss key legislative measures impacting electoral processes. The meeting, which began with a roll call confirming five members present and two absent, focused on three bills, with significant outcomes for the state's electoral framework.

The first bill, HB 0574, sponsored by Chairman Doggett, was requested to be taken off notice, with no objections raised. This procedural move indicates a potential reevaluation or delay in the bill's progression.

The second item on the agenda, HB 0023, introduced by Representative Davis, aims to clarify the definition of a district within electoral contexts. This bill seeks to ensure that terms such as district, precinct, sector, territory, and ward are uniformly understood when referencing geographical areas for elections. The committee voted in favor of the bill, which will now advance to the full state and local committee for further consideration.

The final bill, HB 0093, sponsored by Representative Shaw, was also taken off notice at the sponsor's request, indicating a similar procedural pause as seen with the first bill.

Looking ahead, the committee chair noted that approximately 72 bills related to elections are anticipated, although not all will pass through this subcommittee due to their varied focuses, including education. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn, reflecting a brief but productive session focused on refining Tennessee's electoral definitions and processes.