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TN SB1895
TN SB1895AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39; Title 40 and Title 55, Chapter 10, relative to driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
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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, allows a person convicted of driving under the influence of an intoxicant involving alcohol or opioids to agree to receive naltrexone injections at the person's own expense for a period of 12 continuous months in lieu of being required to operate only a motor vehicle equipped with an ignition interlock device. - Amends TCA Title 39; Title 40 and Title 55, Chapter 10.
AI Summary
This bill allows individuals convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or opioids to opt for a 12-month course of naltrexone injections, paid for at their own expense, as an alternative to being required to use an ignition interlock device. An ignition interlock device is a breathalyzer installed in a vehicle that prevents the engine from starting if the driver's blood alcohol content is too high. Naltrexone is a medication that can help reduce cravings for opioids and alcohol. If a person chooses this naltrexone option, the court will include reporting requirements for these injections as part of their probation, and failure to receive them can lead to probation revocation. This change amends existing Tennessee laws related to driving offenses and is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee (on 02/02/2026)
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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=SB1895&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - HB1814 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/HB1814.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB1895.pdf |
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