Private Property Rights Trend: De-annexation

The Tennessee Legislature is considering a de-annexation bill.

What cities would be impacted? Memphis, Knoxville, Kingsport, and Chattanooga

Does this cost local governments revenue?  Yes, Memphis alone estimates a revenue loss of $27 million. 

What does the bill do?

• Permits de-annexation votes
• Upon annexation, a local government will see a reduction in state revenue based on the new annexed revenue base

Tennessee HB 411

WCYB | Tennessee legislature to take up controversial de-annexation bill

Chattanooga Free Press | Tennessee’s speaker opposes controversial de-annexation bill