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Increased Transparency for Tennessee Valley Authority Board Meetings

This new law enhances the transparency of the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) by requiring most of its board meetings to be open to the public. Citizens will gain better access to information about TVA's decisions, potentially impacting their daily lives, especially concerning energy and regional development.
Key points
TVA Board, committee, and subcommittee meetings where no vote is scheduled will be open to the public.
Public notice of these meetings will be provided on the TVA website at least six calendar days in advance.
Minutes and summaries of public meetings will be made publicly available.
The six-day notice rule will not apply to emergency special meetings.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6664
Sponsor: Rep. Burchett, Tim [R-TN-2]
Process start date: 2022-02-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Tennessee Valley Authority Transparency Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6664.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-02-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • TVA Board, committee, and subcommittee meetings where no vote is scheduled will be open to the public.
  • Public notice of these meetings will be provided on the TVA website at least six calendar days in advance.
  • Minutes and summaries of public meetings will be made publicly available.
  • The six-day notice rule will not apply to emergency special meetings.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Burchett, Tim [R-TN-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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