Summarize The Tennessee code authorizes broad recall powers against local elected officials. Local recall is governed by Tenn. Code Ann. §2-5-151, Tenn. Code Ann. §6-31-301 through Tenn. Code Ann. §6-31-307, Tenn. Code Ann. §6- 36-102 and Tenn. Code Ann. §6-53-108

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The Tennessee Code provides extensive provisions for the recall of local elected officials. Specifically, local recall procedures are outlined in several statutes: Tenn. Code Ann. §2-5-151 governs the general recall process; Tenn. Code Ann. §6-31-301 to §6-31-307 detail the requirements and procedures for initiating a recall; Tenn. Code Ann. §6-36-102 covers additional provisions related to the recall process; and Tenn. Code Ann. §6-53-108 addresses recall measures in municipalities. Collectively, these statutes establish a framework that allows constituents to remove local officials from office through a structured recall process, enabling democratic accountability at the local level.