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TN SB1834
TN SB1834AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 55, Chapter 9, Part 4, relative to towing.
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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, authorizes a tow truck to display a single, steady-burning or flashing blue light to the rear, but not the front, of the tow truck when stationary and engaged in the recovery of, or otherwise providing assistance to, another vehicle. - Amends TCA Title 55, Chapter 9, Part 4.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee law to allow tow trucks, specifically referred to as "recovery vehicles" in the existing law (§ 55-8-132), to use a single blue light. This light can be steady or flashing and must be displayed only to the rear of the vehicle, not the front. This authorization applies when the tow truck is stopped and actively engaged in recovering another vehicle or providing assistance to it. The purpose of this change is to enhance the visibility and safety of tow truck operators working on the roadside.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Transportation and Safety Committee (on 02/02/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB1834&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB1834.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - HB1713 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/HB1713.pdf |
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