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TN SB0434
TN SB0434AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 55-9-202, relative to mufflers.
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Introduced
01/24/2023
01/24/2023
In Committee
Crossed Over
03/23/2023
03/23/2023
Passed
04/17/2023
04/17/2023
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
06/20/2023
06/20/2023
Introduced Session
113th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As enacted, clarifies that excessive or unusual noise or annoying smoke can be used to determine whether a muffler is in good working order and in constant operation as required by law; exempts farm tractors or implements of husbandry from this law; adds a defense to prosecution if certain evidence is provided. - Amends TCA Section 55-9-202.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee's existing law on vehicle mufflers. It clarifies that excessive or unusual noise or annoying smoke can be used to determine whether a muffler is in good working order and in constant operation as required by law. The bill also exempts farm tractors or implements of husbandry from this law and provides a defense to prosecution if certain evidence is provided showing the vehicle's muffler does not emit noise in excess of 95 decibels.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Effective date(s) 07/01/2023 (on 06/20/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB0434&ga=113 |
| BillText | https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/acts/113/pub/pc0164.pdf |
| Amendment 1-0 to SB0434 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/113/Amend/SA0174.pdf |
| Fiscal Memo for SA0174 (5581) | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/113/Fiscal/FM0774.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - SB0434 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/113/Fiscal/SB0434.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/113/Bill/SB0434.pdf |
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