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TN HB1017
TN HB1017AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 12 and Title 55, Chapter 50, relative to licenses.
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Introduced
02/05/2025
02/05/2025
In Committee
02/10/2025
02/10/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, requires that all driver licenses and photo identification licenses be manufactured and printed in this state; requires the department of safety to review and determine the cost-effectiveness of having such licenses manufactured and printed by the department or another state department or agency or through a contract with a private vendor; requires that licenses be manufactured and printed in this state using the most cost-effective means. - Amends TCA Title 12 and Title 55, Chapter 50.
AI Summary
This bill requires all driver licenses and photo identification licenses in Tennessee to be manufactured and printed within the state. The Tennessee Department of Safety must conduct a review to determine the most cost-effective method of producing these licenses, which could involve using state departments or agencies, or potentially contracting with a private vendor. The bill specifies that licenses must ultimately be produced in-state using the most financially efficient approach. The legislation will take effect immediately for the purpose of reviewing current contracts and vendors, but the actual implementation of the new manufacturing requirements will not occur until January 1, 2026. This approach allows the department sufficient time to assess current processes and develop a cost-effective strategy for in-state license production while ensuring that the state maintains control over a critical identification document manufacturing process.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Assigned to s/c Transportation Subcommittee (on 02/11/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB1017&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HB1017.pdf |
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