TN HB1659Tennessee HB1659 makes the addresses on nominating petitions for judges, chancellors, district attorneys, and public defenders confidential. This means that these addresses won't be publicly available, but they can be accessed by candidates or law enforcement if needed for election contests.
Supporters of HB1659 argue that the bill protects the privacy and safety of candidates running for judicial office by keeping their personal addresses confidential. They believe this measure encourages more individuals to run for office without fear of harassment or intimidation.
Critics of HB1659 contend that making addresses confidential could reduce transparency in the election process. They argue that voters have a right to know more about the candidates, including where they live, which is essential for informed decision-making.
The analysis of Representative Jerome Moon's personal financial interests in relation to HB1659 reveals a low risk of conflict of interest. The bill focuses on making certain public records confidential, specifically addresses on nominating petitions and employment application materials for governmental positions. Representative Moon's primary occupation as a businessman and his ownership of Blount Excavating, Inc., along with his various roles in financial institutions, do not directly intersect with the legislative subjects of data privacy or government operations as outlined in the bill. His business and financial interests are primarily in construction and banking, which do not stand to gain from the confidentiality measures proposed in the bill. Additionally, his past and current board memberships and volunteer positions do not suggest any direct benefit from the bill's provisions.
Unlike federal analysis based on campaign donations, state analysis examines legislators' personal financial interests — their jobs, businesses, and investments.
| Type | Description | Industry | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupation | Businessman | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | Owner of Blount Excavating, Inc. | — | AI-researched |
| Board Member | Board Member of Blount County Chamber of Commerce | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Employer | TCRS; TN RETIREMENT 401K | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Spouse Employer | CBBC BANK | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | SMART BANK | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICE INC | Commercial Banks | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | PINNACLE BANK | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | RW BAIRD AND CO | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | FIRST AMERICAN BANK DIRECTOR from Oct 1980 to Dec 2006 | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | TENNESSEE PRESS SERVICE INC DIRECTOR from Jun 1985 to Dec 1989 | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | MARYVILLE ALCOA NEWSPAPERS INC PRESIDENT from Jun 1985 to Dec 1989 | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | TENNESSEE ASSOCIATES INC DIRECTOR from Dec 1984 to Jun 1995 | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | PELLISSIPPI STATE FOUNDATION BOARD VOLUNTEER POSITION from Jan 1988 to Jan 1990 | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | SAM HOUSTON MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION BOARD MEMBER from Oct 2022 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | LOT 2 2131 COCHRAN ROAD MARYVILLE TN 37803 | — | TN Ethics Commission |
Items marked "AI-researched" are generated from public sources but have not been independently verified. Verified data is sourced from official legislature websites and disclosure filings.
About This Analysis
This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the Tennessee General Assembly. Conflict analysis examines the sponsor's personal financial interests for potential overlaps with the bill's subject matter.
