State lawmakers in Tennessee are considering greater control over local entertainment districts, including cities like Memphis and Nashville. A recent committee meeting discussed a 6-month emergency rule for ‘economic protection zones,’ which would allow the Tennessee Highway Patrol to have law enforcement authority in these tourist areas.
Concerns were raised regarding uniform application of the rules across districts, with representatives emphasizing that each area has unique characteristics that attract tourism. The proposed rule received a negative recommendation and will be revisited when the legislature reconvenes in January 2027.
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