Bill > HB0209

This bill allows the Tennessee Department of Revenue and the Department of Safety to take reasonable steps to inform people about two voluntary options for individuals with intellectual, developmental, or medical conditions: 1) a designation in the Vehicle Title and Registration System (VTRS) database indicating a driver's need for assistance with communication, and 2) a voluntary notation on a driver's license or identification card about an intellectual, developmental, or medical condition. By adding new subsections to existing Tennessee Code sections 55-21-304 and 55-50-307, the bill enables these government agencies to proactively publicize these options to potential participants, which could help individuals with communication challenges receive more appropriate assistance during interactions with law enforcement or other officials. The bill would take effect immediately upon becoming law, with the stated purpose of serving the public welfare by increasing awareness of these supportive documentation options.