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This bill addresses driver licenses issued to individuals without lawful presence in the United States by creating new regulations for out-of-state driver licenses. 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 by December 1, 2025. These licenses will be considered invalid in Tennessee and will not authorize the holder to operate a motor vehicle in the state. The bill defines these invalid licenses as those that are specifically designed or marked to identify individuals who are not U.S. citizens, lawful 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 bill also amends existing licensing regulations to ensure consistency with these new provisions, with most sections of the bill taking effect on January 1, 2026, while the initial list development requirement takes effect immediately upon becoming law.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB1086&ga=114