Lewis County Herald - Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898

Proposed Constitutional Amendment gives Tennessee voters opportunity to create emergency succession plan for office of governor

Vote ‘YES’ on Amendment 2 to the Tennessee Constitution to ensure stability for state executive office

On the November 8 ballot, Tennessee voters will have the opportunity to weigh in on a proposed amendment to the state constitution that establishes a framework for a temporary transition of power for the highest elected official in the state. If approved, the amendment would be invoked if the governor is temporarily incapacitated and unable to perform his or h...