SB 1684 expands Tennessee's definition of a "disabled driver" to include people in their second or third trimester of pregnancy or those with a pregnancy certified as high-risk by a physician. This change directly affects pregnant individuals seeking eligibility for disabled driver placards, which provide parking privileges. The bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 55, Chapter 21, by adding a new definition under Section 55-21-102(3) to include these pregnancy-related conditions. The policy change allows qualifying pregnant people to obtain disabled placards under the same criteria currently used for other medical disabilities.
HB 1457 amends Tennessee law to expand the definition of "disabled driver" to include pregnant individuals in their second or third trimester or those with a physician-certified high-risk pregnancy. This change directly affects pregnant people who meet these medical criteria, allowing them to qualify for disabled driver placards previously reserved for other disabilities. The bill adds specific language to TCA Title 55, Chapter 21, requiring physician certification for high-risk pregnancies to establish eligibility. It does not alter existing requirements for other disability categories but extends access to a new group seeking placard benefits.
SB 1488 requires any flag flown over Tennessee's state capitol building to be displayed at half-staff from sunrise to sunset every December 7, in observance of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. This bill directly affects the state capitol's flag display protocol, amending Tennessee Code Annotated Section 4-1-406 to add this annual requirement. The key provision mandates the half-staff observance specifically for the capitol building, not all public buildings or flags statewide. The law would take effect upon becoming law, with no additional funding or enforcement mechanisms specified.
HB 1463 requires Tennessee state flags flown over the Capitol building to be displayed at half-staff from sunrise to sunset every December 7, in observance of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. This bill amends Tennessee law (TCA Section 4-1-406) to establish this annual flag protocol for the state capitol. The measure directly affects the state government's flag display practices at the Capitol building. As a procedural flag etiquette requirement, it does not impose new obligations on citizens or businesses.
SB 1473 would allow municipal courts to require cities to fix property maintenance violations when owners fail to correct them within 30 days. It mandates that cities perform the repairs and then place a lien on the property to recover the costs from the owner. This bill directly affects property owners who ignore local maintenance rules. If enacted, it would change enforcement by shifting repair costs to owners through a property lien instead of relying solely on fines.
SB 1478 would require Tennessee's transportation commissioner to notify state representatives and senators from the affected county whenever they enter a contract to fix a transportation emergency, such as a bridge failure. This bill directly affects local state lawmakers in counties experiencing transportation system failures. The key change adds these elected officials to the existing list of recipients for written notices about emergency repairs, expanding current notification requirements under Tennessee law. The bill is procedural and does not change funding or repair standards. It remains pending as of its introduction date.
SB 1477 (Tennessee) allows holders of memorial and military license plates to submit verification documents electronically instead of physically. This bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated § 55-4-251(b) to authorize the Department of Revenue to accept electronic proof of eligibility for annual plate verification. It directly affects current holders of these special plates who must renew their eligibility each year. The change simplifies the renewal process by enabling digital submissions, reducing the need for in-person or mailed documentation.
This joint resolution honors the Station Camp High School wrestling team for their achievements at the Windsor Open tournament in England. It formally acknowledges the athletes and coaches for winning fifteen medals, including multiple gold and bronze awards, in an international competition against competitors from forty countries. The document serves as a ceremonial tribute to recognize the team's success and character rather than establishing new laws or policies.
This bill is a joint resolution that formally honors the memory of Bobby Harold Lane, a retired law enforcement officer from Putnam County, Tennessee. It recognizes his thirty-six-year career as a pillar of the Putnam County Sheriff's Department and his contributions to the community. The resolution expresses the General Assembly's sympathy to his family and acknowledges his legacy of public service and personal integrity.
This Senate Joint Resolution formally congratulates Chuck Winstead-Brown on being named the 2026 Sevierville Chamber of Commerce Friend of the Year. The bill directly acknowledges his work as Special Events Coordinator for Ripley's Sevier County Attractions and his support for the local tourism industry. It serves as an official expression of appreciation from the General Assembly without changing any existing laws or regulations.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally honors Chief John Linsenbigler on the occasion of his retirement from the Seymour Volunteer Fire Department. The resolution recognizes his forty-four-year career, which included thirty years of service as an officer and seven years as chief, highlighting his leadership and community contributions. It does not create any new laws or change policies but serves solely as a ceremonial gesture to acknowledge his distinguished service and wish him well in his retirement.
This joint resolution honors the Appalachian Fair as it celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2026. The bill recognizes the fair's century-long contribution to agriculture, education, and community life in Northeast Tennessee and the surrounding region. It formally acknowledges the fair's history, from its founding in 1926 to its growth into a major regional event that attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually. The resolution extends congratulations to the fair's organizers, participants, and supporters for their continued success.
