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TN HB0769

TN HB0769
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 55-9-202, relative to mufflers.


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Introduced
01/30/2023
In Committee
03/21/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
06/20/2023
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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 clarifies that excessive or unusual noise or annoying smoke can be used to determine whether a motor vehicle's muffler is in good working order and in constant operation as required by law. It exempts farm tractors or implements of husbandry from this law and provides a defense to prosecution for excessive noise if the person can provide evidence that the vehicle's muffler does not emit noise in excess of 95 decibels as measured by applicable standards. The bill amends the Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 55-9-202, and takes effect on July 1, 2023.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 164 (on 06/20/2023)

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