Amendment 2 would create a temporary line of succession if the governor is incapacitated The Citizen 4 years ago Under the amendment, the Speaker of the Senate would assume the temporary duties of the governor and not be required to resign their Senate seat. Source: The Daily News Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X Tennessee legislator files amendment to anti-LGBT marriage bill amid age limit backlashDateApril 6, 2022In relation toLascassasTennessee bill allowing governor, local school boards authority to open schools clears SenateDateFebruary 23, 2021In relation toLascassasCapitol Notebook: US Senate races draws attention and the governor on prayerDateDecember 9, 2019In relation toLascassas