🏛️ TCSA Capitol Update | Week of February 27, 2026

County Government Day brought energy, perspective, and a packed schedule to Nashville — but it also came during an unusual week at the Capitol.

In this episode of TCSA’s Capitol Update, we recap a unique legislative week as hundreds of county officials gathered in Nashville for County Government Day while most House committees were paused. Attendees heard directly from  Comptroller Jason Mumpower, Speaker Cameron Sexton, and Governor Bill Lee — who reflected on his time in office and his commitment to rural Tennessee after visiting all 95 counties during his first campaign.

We also discuss a major announcement from Randy McNally, who shared on the Senate floor that he will not seek reelection this November after a decade serving as Lieutenant Governor and a long career in the General Assembly.

Looking ahead, committee calendars are filling quickly — and several bills could have significant impacts on county governments. Most notably, House Bill 1873 would cap local property tax increases at 2% plus inflation and require voter approval for increases beyond that threshold. County associations strongly oppose this legislation, and it is scheduled for committee consideration on Wednesday, March 4.

With 28 additional bills set for hearing in the Cities and Counties Subcommittee next week, this is a critical time for engagement from TCSA members.

For a full written version of this Capitol Update and ongoing legislative resources, visit www.tncounties.org.

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