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TN SB1478
TN SB1478AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 54, relative to transportation infrastructure.
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Introduced
11/17/2025
11/17/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, adds the state representatives and state senators who represent the county where an actual or imminent transportation system failure or other emergency is located to the list of recipients of the written notice required to be provided by the commissioner of transportation in the event the commissioner enters into a contract to remedy such failure or emergency. - Amends TCA Title 54.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 54-1-135(b), which outlines notification requirements for the Commissioner of Transportation when entering into contracts to address transportation system failures or emergencies. Specifically, it adds the state representatives and state senators who represent the county where such a failure or emergency is occurring or is about to occur to the list of individuals who must receive written notice, alongside existing recipients like the comptroller of the treasury. This change aims to ensure local elected officials are promptly informed about critical transportation issues within their districts.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Transportation and Safety Committee (on 01/14/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB1478&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - SB1478 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB1478.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB1478.pdf |
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