Bill > HB0749

This bill amends Tennessee driving laws to address driver licenses issued to individuals without lawful presence in the United States. Specifically, the bill requires the Tennessee Department of Motor Vehicles to develop and publish a list of out-of-state driver licenses issued exclusively to undocumented immigrants, which will be considered invalid in Tennessee. The bill defines these invalid licenses as those specifically designed or marked to distinguish them from licenses issued to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or those with temporary legal status. Operating a motor vehicle in Tennessee with such an invalid license will be classified as a Class B misdemeanor, which typically carries potential penalties of up to six months in jail and/or a fine. The law mandates that the department create this list by December 1, 2025, and maintain it by updating it as necessary to ensure accuracy. The bill's provisions will take partial effect immediately upon becoming law, with the remaining sections taking effect on January 1, 2026. The goal appears to be preventing individuals without legal immigration status from driving in Tennessee by rendering their out-of-state licenses invalid and creating a legal mechanism to penalize such driving.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB0749&ga=114