Driver Licenses - As introduced, requires that all driver licenses and photo identification licenses be manufactured and printed in this state; requires the department of safety to review and determine the cost-effectiveness of having such licenses manufactured and printed by the department or another state department or agency or through a contract with a private vendor; requires that licenses be manufactured and printed in this state using the most cost-effective means. - Amends TCA Title 12 and Title 55, Chapter 50.
SB 1036 requires all Tennessee driver licenses and photo ID licenses to be manufactured and printed within the state. The Department of Safety must review and choose the most cost-effective method for production - either through state departments, contracts with private vendors, or internal operations. The bill takes immediate effect for the cost review process but requires in-state manufacturing to begin on January 1, 2026. This directly affects all Tennessee residents needing or renewing driver licenses or photo IDs.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 10, 2025
Last action Feb 12, 2025
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1
Feb 12, 2025
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Transportation and Safety Committee
upper
Feb 10, 2025
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
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Party
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Janice Bowling
RRepublican
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