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Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Mar 8, 2021

The Tennessee Senate reopened to the public today after shutting down most access during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Tennessee Journal reports. The public now can access the Cordell Hull Building through the main entrance on Rep. John Lewis Way. Elevator access to the 7th floor is allowed but will be monitored by General Assembly staff. Senate Hearing Room I and the Senate Gallery are open with limited and socially distanced seating. Other hearing rooms remain closed. The public may access the Capitol through the tunnel for Senate floor sessions but no group meetings or tours will be allowed. Members of the public must wear face masks at all times and are encouraged not to enter a legislator’s office without an appointment. Finally, committee chairs may continue to choose whether to hold in-person or remote meetings.