Bill > HB1546

This bill amends Tennessee law to remove a provision that prevented individuals from obtaining or maintaining a commercial driver's license (CDL) if they had a medical history or diagnosis of diabetes mellitus that required insulin, even if that insulin effectively controlled the condition and did not impair their ability to operate a motor vehicle. Previously, failing to meet motor carrier safety regulations due to insulin-controlled diabetes could lead to denial of a CDL or being deemed medically unqualified. The bill's core change is to eliminate this specific barrier, allowing individuals with well-managed diabetes requiring insulin to be considered for CDLs, focusing on their actual ability to safely operate a vehicle rather than a blanket prohibition based on their medical condition.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB1546&ga=114