Bill > SB0199

This bill aims to enhance awareness and accessibility for individuals with intellectual, developmental, or medical conditions by authorizing two government departments to publicize voluntary designation options in transportation-related databases. Specifically, the bill empowers the commissioner of revenue to promote the availability of an option in the Vehicle Title and Registration System (VTRS) that allows drivers to indicate their need for assistance with communication due to an intellectual, developmental, or medical condition. Similarly, the bill authorizes the department of safety to publicize the voluntary option to designate such conditions on driver's licenses and identification cards. The legislation amends multiple sections of Tennessee Code Annotated, covering titles related to transportation and government operations. By taking "reasonable measures" to publicize these options, the bill seeks to help individuals with communication challenges ensure they can be better understood and supported during interactions involving transportation and identification documents. The bill will take effect immediately upon becoming law, with the stated purpose of serving the public welfare.