Bill > HB0536

This bill modifies Tennessee's motor vehicle dealer licensing regulations to create a specific exemption for nonprofit religious organizations. Under the proposed legislation, a nonprofit religious organization can obtain a motor vehicle dealer license without having an established physical business location, provided it meets three specific criteria: (1) the organization must be legally organized or incorporated in Tennessee, (2) it must maintain a valid certificate of incorporation or authority in good standing with the state secretary of state, and (3) it must operate an established program that involves receiving vehicle donations and providing free vehicle repair services to individuals who demonstrate a need for transportation or vehicle repairs as part of their efforts to become self-sufficient in the workforce. The bill aims to support nonprofit religious organizations that provide charitable automotive services by removing traditional business location requirements for dealer licensing. The legislation would take effect immediately upon becoming law, as determined by the Tennessee General Assembly.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB0536&ga=114